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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Clapham is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Clapham is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Clapham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Clapham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Clapham Common via Tottenham Court Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Reading to Clapham?

The distance between Reading and Clapham is 41 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Clapham without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £19 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Reading to Clapham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Clapham train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Clapham train arrive?

Reading to Clapham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from Reading to Clapham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Clapham is 42 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Reading to Clapham.

Where can I stay near Clapham?

There are 20902+ hotels available in Clapham.

Reading to Clapham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 137 bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
1h 28m
£19–51
Drive 42.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Claphamcar 42.1 mi
59 min
£11–15
Train, line 137 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Marble Arch Station / Park Lane to Clapham Commonbus N137 / ...
1h 36m
£16–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Claphamtaxi 42.1 mi
59 min
£120–150
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Clapham Commonsubway Northern
1h 28m
£14–27

Reading to Clapham by train and bus

244Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Clapham, Greater London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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