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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Islington is to rideshare which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Islington is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £18 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Islington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Farringdon Without. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Islington?

The distance between Reading and Islington is 39 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Islington without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 52 min and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Reading to Islington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Islington train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Islington train arrive?

Reading to Islington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Reading to Islington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Islington is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Reading to Islington.

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

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Where can I stay near Islington?

There are 20783+ hotels available in Islington.

Can I share a ride from Reading to Islington?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reading and Islington. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Reading to Islington - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Islington by train, bus, subway, rideshare, 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 via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
52 min
£19–46
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reading to London40.7 mi
1h 12m
£3–9
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationPiccadilly
2h 1m
£31–39
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
1h 5m
£24–75
Drive 43.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Islington43.1 mi
1h 3m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Islington43.1 mi
1h 3m
£170–220

Reading to Islington by train

1436Weekly Trains

52 minAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.1 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 42 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 4 hours.

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