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 Bercy Seine Bus Stop which costs £45 - £150 and takes 12h 36m.

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 19m and costs £75 - £290.

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, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

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 19m.

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 19m and costs £75 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (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 19m and costs £75 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Paris to Reading bus arrive?

Paris to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Paris and Reading?

Reading is 1h behind Paris. It is currently 12:04 PM in Paris and 11:04 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 19m
£80–282
Bus via Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop to London Victoriabus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3728 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
12h 36m
£49–147
Bus
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 46m
£53–143
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 London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 49m
£111–335
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 24m
£98–141
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
£71–195
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 30m
£63–177
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 30m
£86–227
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 London Paddington to Readingtrain
4h 56m
£73–307
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 54m
£70–240
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 10m
£74–260

Paris to Reading by train and subway

117Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.3 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Reading RailAir via London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 11h 46m.

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