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

The cheapest way to get from Clapham to Reading is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Clapham to Reading is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Clapham and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Clapham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clapham Common and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Clapham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Clapham station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clapham Common station and arriving at Reading via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Clapham to Reading?

The distance between Clapham and Reading is 43 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clapham to Reading without a car is to subway and train via London Paddington which takes 1h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Clapham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clapham to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Clapham to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Clapham to Reading?

The best way to get from Clapham to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Clapham to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Clapham to Reading train arrive?

Clapham to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Tottenham Court Road station.

Can I drive from Clapham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Clapham to Reading is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Clapham to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Reading.

Clapham to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Clapham to Reading by subway, train, bus, 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 via London Paddington
best
1. Take the subway from Clapham Common station to Tottenham Court Road stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 6m
£35–51
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Clapham to Readingcar 42 mi
58 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2h 40m
£34–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clapham to Readingtaxi 42 mi
58 min
£120–150
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Clapham Common station to Tottenham Court Road stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 32m
£36–38
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
1h 46m
£18–33

Clapham to Reading by subway and train

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Clapham Common to Reading RailAir via Sloane Square, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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