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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hatfield is to line 850 bus and line 1 bus and line 302 bus which costs £11 - £13 and takes 4h 47m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hatfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hatfield. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Town Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Peter's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hatfield?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hatfield. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hatfield (Herts) via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Hatfield?

The distance between Reading and Hatfield is 56 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hatfield without a car is to train via Paddington which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Reading to Hatfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hatfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Hatfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Hatfield?

The best way to get from Reading to Hatfield is to train via Paddington which takes 1h 35m and costs £21 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Reading to Hatfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Hatfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Hatfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hatfield is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Reading to Hatfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Hatfield?

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

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

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Train via Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Hatfield (Herts)London Kings Cross - Cambridge / ...
1h 35m
£22–62
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hatfield48.4 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Peter's Street725 / ...
3h 31m
£32–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Hatfield48.4 mi
1h 1m
£140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Hatfield (Herts)Moorgate - Welwyn Garden City
2h 8m
£22–46
Line 850 bus, line 1 bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Friar Street to High Wycombe BusStn850
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Marlowes1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Marlowes to Memorial Hall302
4h 47m
£12–13

Reading to Hatfield by train and subway

342Weekly Services

1h 35mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Hatfield (Herts) via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Town Centre via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and St Peter's Street in around 3h 31m.

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