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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Reading is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Reading is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grenfell Road and arriving at Huntley and Palmers. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Reading?

The distance between Maidenhead and Reading is 12 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Reading without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Maidenhead to Reading takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Reading bus from?

Maidenhead to Reading bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, depart from Grenfell Road station.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Reading?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Reading is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £6 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Maidenhead to Reading bus arrive?

Maidenhead to Reading bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, arrive at Huntley and Palmers station.

Where does the Maidenhead to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidenhead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidenhead to Reading is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Maidenhead to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1419+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Maidenhead to Reading?

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

Maidenhead to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Maidenhead to Reading by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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 Maidenhead to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
14 min
£5–11
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Maidenhead to Readingrideshare 13.3 mi
35 min
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grenfell Road to Huntley and Palmersbus 127
45 min
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidenhead to Readingtaxi 13.9 mi
24 min
£40–50
Drive 13.9 mi
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Readingcar 13.9 mi
24 min
£4–5

Maidenhead to Reading by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Maidenhead to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 14 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Carousel Buses operates a bus from Grenfell Road to Huntley and Palmers hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 45 min. Thames Valley Buses also services this route once daily.

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