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

The cheapest way to get from Bow to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bow to Reading is to subway and train which takes 1h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Bow and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Bow station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bromley-by-Bow station and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Bow to Reading?

The distance between Bow and Reading is 44 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bow to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Bow to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bow to Reading train from?

Bow to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Bromley-by-Bow station.

Where does the Bow to Reading train arrive?

Bow to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bow to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bow to Reading is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Bow to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Reading.

Bow to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bow to Reading by subway, train, car, or taxi

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Paddingtonsubway Hammersmith & City
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 14m
£28–44
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bow to Readingcar 47 mi
1h 15m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bow to Readingtaxi 47 mi
1h 15m
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Whitechapel Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 41m
£25–43
Subway, train via Richmond (London)
1. Take the subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Richmond stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 23m
£13–27

Bow to Reading by subway and train

1368Weekly Services

1h 14mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Bow, Greater London, England and Reading, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Whitechapel Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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