What is the cheapest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £28 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Barking to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Barking and Reading (Station) is 48 miles. The road distance is 52.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barking to Reading (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Barking to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £28 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Barking to Reading (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Barking to Reading (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Reading (Station) train from?

Barking to Reading (Station) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

What is the time difference between Barking and Reading (Station)?

Reading (Station) is 1h ahead of Barking. It is currently 6:45 AM in Barking and 7:45 AM in Reading (Station).

Where does the Barking to Reading (Station) train arrive?

Barking to Reading (Station) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Barking to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Reading (Station) is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Barking to Reading (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

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Barking to Reading (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Barking to Reading (Station) by train, bus, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to London PaddingtonElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 10m
£29–47
Drive 52.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barking to Reading (Station)52.2 mi
1h 21m
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Margaret Street /Oxford CircusN15
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 10m
£29–106
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Farringdon stationHammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to ReadingElizabeth
1h 51m
£24–49
Subway, train via Richmond (London)
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Richmond stationDistrict
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 32m
£16–28

Barking to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 47.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Barking, England and Reading (Station), Reading, England?

You can take a train from Ilford to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 10m.

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