What is the cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Beckenham to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beckenham to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Beckenham to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Beckenham and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Beckenham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Elmers End Interchange and arriving at Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Beckenham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Beckenham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Beckenham Junction and arriving at Reading via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Beckenham to Reading?

The distance between Beckenham and Reading is 49 miles. The road distance is 49.7 miles.

How do I travel from Beckenham to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Beckenham to Reading without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Beckenham to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Beckenham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Reading bus from?

Beckenham to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Beckenham to Reading train from?

Beckenham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Beckenham Junction station.

Train or bus from Beckenham to Reading?

The best way to get from Beckenham to Reading is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Beckenham to Reading bus arrive?

Beckenham to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Beckenham to Reading train arrive?

Beckenham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Beckenham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Beckenham to Reading is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Beckenham to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Beckenham to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Beckenham to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 176 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Beckenham to Reading by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Beckenham Junction to London Victoria
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Paddington station
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
1h 29m
£31–54
Drive 49.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beckenham to Reading49.4 mi
1h 12m
£12–18
Line 176 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sydenham Station / Kirkdale to Tottenham Court Road / Great Russell Street176
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to ReadingElizabeth
2h 27m
£36–85
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Beckenham to Reading49.4 mi
1h 12m
£260–320
Train
1. Take the train from New Beckenham to London Waterloo EastHayes
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading
2h 12m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
3h 32m
£32–42

Beckenham to Reading by train and subway

462Weekly Services

1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.6 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Beckenham, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from New Beckenham to Reading via London Waterloo East and London Waterloo in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elmers End Interchange to Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 32m.

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