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

The cheapest way to get from Lambeth to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lambeth to Reading is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs £26 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lambeth and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Lambeth to Reading. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Lambeth and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Lambeth to Reading?

The distance between Lambeth and Reading is 39 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lambeth to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 54 min and costs £26 - £45.

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

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

Where do I catch the Lambeth to Reading bus from?

Lambeth to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Lambeth to Reading train from?

Lambeth to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Lambeth to Reading?

The best way to get from Lambeth to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train via Bond Street station, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Lambeth to Reading bus arrive?

Lambeth to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Lambeth to Reading train arrive?

Lambeth to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Lambeth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Lambeth to Reading is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Lambeth to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1436+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Lambeth to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lambeth and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lambeth to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Lambeth to Reading by subway, train, bus, rideshare, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Paddington stationBakerloo
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
54 min
£26–43
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Reading41.3 mi
1h 10m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
2h 18m
£33–66
Train via Bond Street station
1. Take the train from Bond Street Station to ReadingElizabeth
1h 19m
£24–38
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading
1h 22m
£17–28
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Lambeth to Reading41.9 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lambeth to Reading41.9 mi
57 min
£170–210

Lambeth to Reading by subway and train

1409Weekly Services

54 minAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a bus from County Hall to Reading RailAir via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Bond Street Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 57 min.

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