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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Datchet is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Datchet is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Datchet?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Datchet. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Green via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Datchet?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Datchet. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Datchet via Staines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Reading to Datchet?

The distance between Reading and Datchet is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Datchet without a car is to train and line 5 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs £10 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Reading to Datchet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Datchet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Datchet train from?

Reading to Datchet train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Datchet?

The best way to get from Reading to Datchet is to bus and line 5 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £28 - £34. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £23 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Reading to Datchet bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Datchet train arrive?

Reading to Datchet train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Staines station.

Can I drive from Reading to Datchet?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Datchet is 21 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Reading to Datchet.

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

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Where can I stay near Datchet?

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

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

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Train, line 5 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Sloughtrain Didcot Parkway - Slough / ...
2. Take the bus from Wellington Street Stop A to Datchet Librarybus 5
1h 9m
£10–29
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Datchetcar 20.8 mi
27 min
£6–8
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to The Greenbus 5
1h 39m
£29–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Datchettaxi 20.8 mi
27 min
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Stainestrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
1h 23m
£10–22

Reading to Datchet by train

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Distance: 20.2 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Green via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Staines hourly. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 49 min.

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