What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Crystal Palace?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Crystal Palace station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Crystal Palace Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and West Croydon Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Crystal Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Crystal Palace. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Crystal Palace via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Reading to Crystal Palace?

The distance between Reading and Crystal Palace is 49 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Crystal Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 43m and costs £18 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Crystal Palace?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Reading to Crystal Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Crystal Palace bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Crystal Palace train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Crystal Palace?

The best way to get from Reading to Crystal Palace is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 43m and costs £18 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Crystal Palace bus arrive?

Reading to Crystal Palace bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Crystal Palace train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Crystal Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Crystal Palace is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Reading to Crystal Palace.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Crystal Palace?

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Where can I stay near Crystal Palace?

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Reading to Crystal Palace - 6 ways to travel via train, line 176 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Crystal Palace by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Crystal Palacetrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
1h 43m
£19–50
Drive 46.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Crystal Palacecar 46.2 mi
1h 8m
£12–17
Train, line 176 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Court Road Station to Thicket Roadbus 176
2h 22m
£13–78
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Crystal Palacetaxi 46.2 mi
1h 8m
£130–160
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Crystal Palacetrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
1h 47m
£22–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
3h 25m
£30–58

Reading to Crystal Palace by train and subway

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Crystal Palace, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Crystal Palace via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Crystal Palace Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and West Croydon Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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