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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harlow is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harlow is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Burnt Mill School via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harlow Town via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Harlow?

The distance between Reading and Harlow is 63 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harlow without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 33m and costs £27 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Reading to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Harlow train from?

Reading to Harlow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Harlow?

The best way to get from Reading to Harlow is to train via London which takes 1h 33m and costs £27 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 510 bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Reading to Harlow bus arrive?

Reading to Harlow bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Harlow train arrive?

Reading to Harlow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harlow is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Reading to Harlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlow?

There are 167+ hotels available in Harlow.

Reading to Harlow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 510 bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Harlow Towntrain Stansted Express
1h 33m
£28–68
Drive 66.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harlowcar 66.3 mi
1h 20m
£16–24
Bus, line 510 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Burnt Mill Schoolbus 508 / ...
3h 59m
£52–71
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Harlow Towntrain Stansted Express
1h 49m
£22–47
Train via Stratford station
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Harlow Towntrain Stratford / ...
2h 53m
£23–67

Reading to Harlow by train and foot

610Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Harlow.

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Distance: 62.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Harlow, Essex, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Harlow Town via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Liverpool Street in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Burnt Mill School via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 3h 59m.

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