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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Reading is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Reading. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Reading via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Kent to Reading?

The distance between Kent and Reading is 105 miles. The road distance is 86.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Reading without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 1m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Kent to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Reading train from?

Kent to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Reading train arrive?

Kent to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Reading is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Kent to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Kent to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kent to Reading by train or car

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras IntlMargate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 1m
£55–117
Drive 86.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Reading86.3 mi
1h 30m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Bond Street Station to ReadingElizabeth
2h 59m
£41–91
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lenham to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
3h 9m
£36–83

Kent to Reading by train and subway

228Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.3 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Reading via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 1m.

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