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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 11m and costs £21 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Reading via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Eltham to Reading?

The distance between Eltham and Reading is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 11m and costs £21 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Eltham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Eltham to Reading train arrive?

Eltham to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Reading is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Eltham to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1519+ hotels available in Reading.

Eltham to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 321 bus, and line 36 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Eltham to Reading by train, bus, or car

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 London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Eltham to London Charing Crosstrain Dartford - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h 11m
£22–65
Drive 50.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eltham to Readingcar 50.5 mi
1h 21m
£13–18
Line 321 bus, line 36 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / High Street to New Cross Gate Stationbus 321 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Cross Bus Garage to Paddington Stationbus 36
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
2h 20m
£18–127
Line 161 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eltham Church / Court Yard to Kingsman Streetbus 161
2. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 10m
£37–77
Train
1. Take the train from Eltham to London Waterloo Easttrain Dartford - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 14m
£19–42

Eltham to Reading by train and subway

184Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Eltham to Reading.

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Distance: 47.5 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Eltham to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 11m.

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