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 train which takes 1h 12m and costs £22 - £65.

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 12m.

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 12m and costs £22 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m 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 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?

There are 1867+ hotels available in Hackney.

Reading to Hackney - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain Elizabeth
1h 12m
£23–64
Drive 45.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hackneycar 45.9 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Bus, subway, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Leicester Square stationsubway
3. Take the bus from Gerrard Place / Chinatown to Hackney Bathsbus 38 / ...
2h 43m
£44–91
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hackneytaxi 45.9 mi
1h 13m
£550–700
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
£30–71

Reading to Hackney by train

1057Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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 12m.

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