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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Beckton is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Beckton is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Beckton?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Beckton station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via London Paddington and Custom House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Reading to Beckton?

The distance between Reading and Beckton is 48 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Beckton without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 21m and costs £19 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Reading to Beckton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Beckton train from?

Reading to Beckton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Beckton train arrive?

Reading to Beckton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Beckton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Beckton is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Reading to Beckton.

Where can I stay near Beckton?

There are 19651+ hotels available in Beckton.

Reading to Beckton - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 129 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Custom HouseElizabeth
1h 21m
£20–49
Drive 49.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Beckton49.5 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Beckton49.5 mi
1h 20m
£140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Custom HouseElizabeth
1h 37m
£29–53
Train, line 129 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London WaterlooReading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Kingsford Way129
2h 10m
£19–70

Reading to Beckton by train

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1h 21mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Beckton DLR Station via London Paddington and Custom House in around 1h 21m.

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