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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Reading is to bus via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) which costs £50 - £90 and takes 11h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Reading is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £120 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Reading. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare de Bercy Seine and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Reading. However, there are services departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Paris to Reading?

The distance between Paris and Reading is 320 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Paris to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Reading bus from?

Paris to Reading bus services, operated by Tilausliikenne Himanen, depart from Paris Gare de Bercy Seine station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Reading train from?

Paris to Reading train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from Paris to Reading?

The best way to get from Paris to Reading is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Paris to Reading bus arrive?

Paris to Reading bus services, operated by Tilausliikenne Himanen, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Paris and Reading?

Reading is 1h behind Paris. It is currently 6:43 AM in Paris and 5:43 AM in Reading.

Where does the Paris to Reading train arrive?

Paris to Reading train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Paris to Reading - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Paris to Reading by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, plane, train, or car ferry

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 Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
3h 20m
£129–244
Bus via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
11h 37m
£54–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris Gare de Bercy Seine to London Victoria Coach Stationbus FlixBus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
11h 27m
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Paris to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Readingcar
5h 14m
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane CDG - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 52m
£88–281
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Paris to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Readingcar
6h 29m
£73–118
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CDG - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
5h 29m
£68–215
Fly Paris Orly Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane ORY - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
5h 26m
£65–222
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane CDG - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 31m
£76–250
Fly Paris Orly Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ORY - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 59m
£55–238
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane CDG - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Readingtrain
5h 56m
£82–233
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane CDG - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Readingtrain
6h 6m
£90–225

Paris to Reading by train and subway

115Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.3 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Paris Nord to Reading via London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paris Gare de Bercy Seine to Reading RailAir via London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 11h 27m.

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