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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Reading is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £24 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Ilford to Reading?

The distance between Ilford and Reading is 48 miles. The road distance is 53.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Ilford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Ilford to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Reading is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Ilford to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Ilford to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 4 ways to get from Ilford to Reading by train, bus, car, or subway

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 Ilford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 11m
£25–47
Drive 53.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilford to Readingcar 53.6 mi
1h 24m
£13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ilford Broadway to Tottenham Court Road Stationbus N25
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 47m
£31–51
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Richmond stationsubway District
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h 33m
£17–30

Ilford to Reading by train

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Distance: 47.5 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 11m.

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