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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Reading. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Reading?

The distance between Gatwick and Reading is 52 miles. The road distance is 51.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £26 - £40.

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

The train from Gatwick Airport to Reading takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Reading bus from?

Gatwick to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Reading train from?

Gatwick to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Reading?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Reading is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Gatwick to Reading bus arrive?

Gatwick to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Gatwick to Reading train arrive?

Gatwick to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Reading is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Gatwick to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Gatwick to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading
1h 28m
£26–40
Drive 51.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Reading51.4 mi
1h 1m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk920 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
1h 41m
£33–51

Gatwick to Reading by train

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1h 28mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 41m.

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