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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Reading is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Reading is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 2 and arriving at Reading RailAir. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Heathrow to Reading?

The distance between Heathrow and Reading is 50 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 54 min and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Heathrow to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Reading bus from?

Heathrow to Reading bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Reading train from?

Heathrow to Reading train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Reading?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 54 min and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 1h.

Where does the Heathrow to Reading bus arrive?

Heathrow to Reading bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Reading RailAir station.

Where does the Heathrow to Reading train arrive?

Heathrow to Reading train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Reading is 28 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Heathrow to Reading.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Heathrow to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to 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 London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
54 min
£35–68
Drive 27.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heathrow to Readingcar 27.5 mi
32 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h
£27–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Readingtaxi 27.5 mi
32 min
£80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
56 min
£22–37

Heathrow to Reading by train

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Reading via London Paddington in around 54 min. Alternatively, RailAir operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAir every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £27–35 and the journey takes 1h.

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