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 13m.

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 13m 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 Hackney Central via Richmond NLL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Hackney?

The distance between Reading and Hackney is 44 miles. The road distance is 46.3 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 and bus via London Paddington which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m 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 South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Hackney train arrive?

Reading to Hackney train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Richmond (London) station.

Can I drive from Reading to Hackney?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hackney is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m 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?

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

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

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Train, bus via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from New Oxford Street to Hackney Bathsbus N242 / ...
1h 32m
£18–57
Drive 46 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hackneycar 46 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Whitechapel Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Cavell Street to Hackney Bathsbus 106
1h 35m
£30–75
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hackneytaxi 46 mi
1h 13m
£550–700
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Richmond NLL to Hackney Centraltrain Richmond NLL - Stratford
2h 5m
£27–66

Reading to Hackney by train and bus

1355Weekly Services

1h 32mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Hackney Central via Richmond NLL in around 2h 5m.

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