What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Reading is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £27 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Reading. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Reading?

The distance between Forest Gate and Reading is 46 miles. The road distance is 49.6 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £27 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Forest Gate to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Reading train from?

Forest Gate to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Forest Gate station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Reading train arrive?

Forest Gate to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Reading is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Forest Gate to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Forest Gate to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Reading by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to London PaddingtonElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 5m
£27–46
Drive 49.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Reading49.3 mi
1h 22m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Gate to Reading49.3 mi
1h 22m
£140–170
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Heathrow Terminal 5Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
1h 39m
£42–66

Forest Gate to Reading by train

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Distance: 45.3 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Forest Gate to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 5m.

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