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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Caterham is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Caterham is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Caterham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Caterham station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Caterham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Caterham via London Paddington, Farringdon and Purley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Caterham?

The distance between Reading and Caterham is 56 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Caterham without a car is to train and line 400 bus which takes 2h and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Reading to Caterham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Caterham bus from?

Reading to Caterham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Caterham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Caterham?

The best way to get from Reading to Caterham is to bus and line 400 bus which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £65 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Reading to Caterham bus arrive?

Reading to Caterham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Caterham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Caterham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Caterham is 51 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Reading to Caterham.

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

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Where can I stay near Caterham?

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Reading to Caterham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 400 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Caterham by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 400 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Redhilltrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Caterham stationbus 400 / ...
2h
£22–41
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Caterhamcar 50.4 mi
58 min
£13–18
Bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Caterham stationbus 400
3h 14m
£36–61
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Purleytrain Bedford - Three Bridges / ...
2h 13m
£51–61

Reading to Caterham by train

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Caterham station via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Caterham via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, and Purley in around 2h 13m.

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