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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Lewisham is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Lewisham is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Lewisham station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Lewisham Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lewisham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Lewisham via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Lewisham?

The distance between Reading and Lewisham is 45 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Lewisham without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 15m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Reading to Lewisham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Lewisham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Lewisham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Reading to Lewisham is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 15m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £85 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Reading to Lewisham bus arrive?

Reading to Lewisham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Lewisham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Lewisham is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Reading to Lewisham.

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

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

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Lewishamtrain London Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
1h 15m
£37–45
Drive 47.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Lewishamcar 47.1 mi
1h 13m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Lewisham Stationbus N89 / ...
3h 24m
£29–82
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Lewishamtaxi 47.1 mi
1h 13m
£130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Canary Wharftrain Elizabeth
1h 33m
£36–78
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 48m
£20–50

Reading to Lewisham by train and subway

968Weekly Services

1h 15mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Lewisham via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Lewisham Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charing Cross, and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 3h 24m.

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