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

The cheapest way to get from Brixton to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brixton to Reading is to subway and train which takes 1h and costs £18 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Brixton and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Brixton to Reading. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vauxhall and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Brixton to Reading?

The distance between Brixton and Reading is 43 miles. The road distance is 44.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brixton to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h and costs £18 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Brixton to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Reading bus from?

Brixton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Brixton to Reading?

The best way to get from Brixton to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Brixton to Reading bus arrive?

Brixton to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Brixton to Reading train arrive?

Brixton to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Oxford Circus station.

Can I drive from Brixton to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Brixton to Reading is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Brixton to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brixton to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Brixton to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brixton and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brixton to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Brixton to Reading by subway, train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Brixton station to Oxford Circus stationsubway Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h
£19–61
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Readingrideshare 41.3 mi
1h 10m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 2m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Vauxhall to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
1h 21m
£17–40
Train via Farringdon
1. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 31m
£32–68
Drive 43.8 mi
1. Drive from Brixton to Readingcar 43.8 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Readingtaxi 43.8 mi
1h 3m
£110–140

Brixton to Reading by bus

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.3 mi
Duration: 1h

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

You can take a bus from London Victoria to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Vauxhall to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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