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

The cheapest way to get from Hounslow to Reading is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hounslow to Reading is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Hounslow and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Hounslow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Treaty Centre and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Hounslow and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southall and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Hounslow to Reading?

The distance between Hounslow and Reading is 27 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hounslow to Reading without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £40.

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

The train from Southall to Reading takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hounslow to Reading bus from?

Hounslow to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Treaty Centre station.

Where do I catch the Hounslow to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Hounslow to Reading?

The best way to get from Hounslow to Reading is to train which takes 38 min and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £35 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Hounslow to Reading bus arrive?

Hounslow to Reading bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Hounslow to Reading train arrive?

Hounslow to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Hounslow to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hounslow to Reading is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Hounslow to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Hounslow 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
best
1. Take the train from Southall to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
38 min
£12–40
Drive 31.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hounslow to Readingcar 31.5 mi
37 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Treaty Centre to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 14m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hounslow to Readingtaxi 31.5 mi
37 min
£140–180
Line 423 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Douglas Road to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 423
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
1h 35m
£27–32

Hounslow to Reading by train

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Distance: 26.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Southall to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–40 and the journey takes 38 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Treaty Centre to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 14m.

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