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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Erith is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Erith is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Erith?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Erith. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Erith via London Paddington and Woolwich Dockyard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Erith?

The distance between Reading and Erith is 54 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Erith without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 34m and costs £19 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Reading to Erith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Erith train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Erith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Erith?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Erith is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Reading to Erith.

Where can I stay near Erith?

There are 14991+ hotels available in Erith.

Reading to Erith - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and line 180 bus

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

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

Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Abbey WoodElizabeth
1h 34m
£20–62
Drive 56.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Erith56.4 mi
1h 30m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey WoodElizabeth
1h 42m
£24–50
Train via Woolwich Dockyard
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to ErithLondon Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
2h 35m
£28–64
Train, line 180 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London WaterlooReading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to Winifred Road / The Ship180
2h 41m
£21–39

Reading to Erith by train and bus

715Weekly Services

1h 34mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Erith.

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Winifred Road / The Ship via London Paddington, Abbey Wood, and Harrow Manorway / Abbey Wood Station in around 1h 34m.

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