What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Embankment Station?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Embankment Station is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Embankment Station?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Embankment Station is to train and subway which takes 53 min and costs £13 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Embankment Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Embankment Station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Charing Cross via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Embankment Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Embankment Station?

The distance between Reading and Embankment Station is 39 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Embankment Station without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Embankment Station without a car is to train and subway which takes 53 min and costs £13 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Embankment Station?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Reading to Embankment Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Embankment Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Embankment Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Embankment Station?

The best way to get from Reading to Embankment Station is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs £27 - £33. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Embankment Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Embankment Station train arrive?

Reading to Embankment Station train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Reading to Embankment Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Embankment Station is 41 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Reading to Embankment Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Embankment Station?

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Where can I stay near Embankment Station?

There are 20349+ hotels available in Embankment Station.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Embankment Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Embankment Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Reading to Embankment Station - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Embankment Station by train, subway, bus, rideshare, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Embankment stationBakerloo
53 min
£14–41
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to London40.7 mi
1h 17m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing CrossN9
2h 40m
£28–32
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London WaterlooReading - London Waterloo
1h 35m
£17–45
Drive 41.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Embankment Station41.2 mi
56 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Embankment Station41.2 mi
56 min
£170–210

Reading to Embankment Station by train and subway

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Reading, England and Embankment Station, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Embankment Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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