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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Eltham is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Eltham is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Eltham via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Eltham?

The distance between Reading and Eltham is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Eltham without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 49m and costs £40 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Reading to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Eltham train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Eltham is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Reading to Eltham.

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

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 19473+ hotels available in Eltham.

Reading to Eltham - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Eltham by train or car

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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 Charing Cross to Elthamtrain London Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
1h 49m
£40–49
Drive 50 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Elthamcar 50 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Elthamtrain London Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
2h 21m
£23–47
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to Elthamtrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street
2h 23m
£42–51

Reading to Eltham by train and subway

192Weekly Services

1h 49mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Eltham via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 1h 49m.

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