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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hackney is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hackney is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hackney?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hackney. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Homerton via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Hackney?

The distance between Reading and Hackney is 46 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hackney without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £40 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Reading to Hackney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hackney train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Hackney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hackney?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hackney is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Reading to Hackney.

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

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Where can I stay near Hackney?

There are 20125+ hotels available in Hackney.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Hackney by train, car, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to StratfordElizabeth
1h 15m
£41–50
Drive 45.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hackney45.9 mi
1h 12m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hackney45.9 mi
1h 12m
£550–700
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Whitechapel StationElizabeth
2. Take the bus from Cavell Street to Jack Dunning Estate106
1h 32m
£23–86
Train via Richmond NLL
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond NLL to Hackney CentralRichmond NLL - Stratford
2h 4m
£25–34

Reading to Hackney by train

672Weekly Trains

1h 15mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Hackney, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Homerton via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 15m.

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