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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Harpenden is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Harpenden is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Peter's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Reading to Harpenden?

The distance between Reading and Harpenden is 65 miles. The road distance is 44.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Harpenden without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Reading to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Reading to Harpenden is to train via London which takes 1h 29m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Harpenden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Harpenden is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Reading to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Reading to Harpenden - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 29m
£31–81
Drive 43.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Harpendencar 43.9 mi
1h 13m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk950 / ...
3h 6m
£32–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Harpendentaxi 43.9 mi
1h 13m
£120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 42m
£41–81
Bus via St Peter's Street
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 724
3h 59m
£33–39

Reading to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 64.8 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Harpenden via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 6m.

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