What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to University of Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to University of Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to University of Reading?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to University of Reading is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and University of Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Reading University via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Croydon to University of Reading?

The distance between Croydon and University of Reading is 54 miles. The road distance is 46.4 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to University of Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to University of Reading without a car is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 1h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to University of Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Croydon to University of Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to University of Reading bus from?

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

Train or bus from Croydon to University of Reading?

The best way to get from Croydon to University of Reading is to train via Farringdon Without which takes 1h 42m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Croydon to University of Reading bus arrive?

Croydon to University of Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Croydon to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to University of Reading is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Croydon to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

There are 1510+ hotels available in University of Reading.

Croydon to University of Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Croydon to University of Reading by 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.

Train via Farringdon Without
best
1. Take the train from East Croydon to FarringdonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 42m
£48–66
Drive 46.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Croydon to University of Reading46.1 mi
1h 6m
£12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hogarth Crescent to St Giles High StreetN68
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to ReadingElizabeth
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Croydon to University of Reading46.1 mi
1h 6m
£250–300
Train
1. Take the train from West Croydon to Clapham JunctionEpsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 30m
£24–33
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 16m
£32–40

Croydon to University of Reading by train, bus, and foot

975Weekly Services

1h 42mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.3 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and University of Reading, England?

You can take a train from East Croydon to University of Reading via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Reading, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to University of Reading via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Blagrave Street, and Reading University in around 3h 16m.

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