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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Kent is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Kent is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Kent. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Lenham via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Reading to Kent?

The distance between Reading and Kent is 105 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 2h 30m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Reading to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Kent is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Reading to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1199+ hotels available in Kent.

Reading to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 035 bus, and car

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

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 Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 30m
£49–122
Drive 86.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Kentcar 86.5 mi
1h 30m
£22–32
Bus, line 035 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
4h 19m
£52–90
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 11m
£44–113

Reading to Kent by train and subway

193Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Lenham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 2h 30m.

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