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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Reading is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Reading is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Guildford and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Guildford to Reading?

The distance between Guildford and Reading is 26 miles. The road distance is 28 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £35.

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

The train from Guildford to Reading takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Reading bus from?

Guildford to Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Reading?

The best way to get from Guildford to Reading is to train which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Guildford to Reading bus arrive?

Guildford to Reading bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Guildford to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Reading is 28 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Guildford to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Reading.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
45 min
£9–35
Drive 27.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Readingcar 27.8 mi
40 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guildford to Readingtaxi 27.8 mi
40 min
£80–100

Guildford to Reading by train

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Guildford to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £9–20 and the journey takes 45 min. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 45m.

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