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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Elstead is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Elstead is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Elstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Elstead. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Elstead Green via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Reading to Elstead?

The distance between Reading and Elstead is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Elstead without a car is to train and line 46 bus which takes 2h 34m and costs £13 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Reading to Elstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Elstead bus from?

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

Where does the Reading to Elstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Elstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Elstead is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Reading to Elstead.

Where can I stay near Elstead?

There are 591+ hotels available in Elstead.

Reading to Elstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 46 bus, car, taxi

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

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

Train, line 46 bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to AshReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Road to Elstead Green46
2h 34m
£13–21
Drive 28.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Elstead28.8 mi
41 min
£7–11
Train, line 46 bus via Friary Bus Station
1. Take the train from Reading to GuildfordReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Elstead Green46
2h 41m
£11–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Elstead28.8 mi
41 min
£80–100
Bus, line 46 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Guildford stationRa2
3. Take the bus from Friary Bus Station to Elstead Green46
3h 43m

Reading to Elstead by train, foot, and bus

64Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Elstead Green via Heathrow Terminal 5, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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