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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Heathrow is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Heathrow is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Heathrow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Heathrow Terminal 2. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Reading to Heathrow?

The distance between Reading and Heathrow is 50 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Heathrow without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Reading to Heathrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Heathrow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Heathrow train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Heathrow?

The best way to get from Reading to Heathrow is to train which takes 58 min and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 1h.

Where does the Reading to Heathrow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Heathrow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Heathrow is 27 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Reading to Heathrow.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Heathrow?

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Where can I stay near Heathrow?

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Reading to Heathrow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Heathrow by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
58 min
£41–65
Drive 27.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Heathrowcar 27.3 mi
32 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
1h
£27–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Heathrowtaxi 27.3 mi
32 min
£80–95

Reading to Heathrow by train

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58 minAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Reading to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via London Paddington in around 58 min. Alternatively, RailAir operates a bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £27–35 and the journey takes 1h.

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