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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Marlow is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Marlow is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Marlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kings Road and arriving at West Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Marlow?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Marlow. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Marlow via Maidenhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Reading to Marlow?

The distance between Reading and Marlow is 18 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Marlow without a car is to line 850 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £5 - £6.

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

The line 850 bus from Kings Road to West Street takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Reading to Marlow bus from?

Reading to Marlow bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, depart from Kings Road station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Marlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Marlow?

The best way to get from Reading to Marlow is to line 850 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Reading to Marlow bus arrive?

Reading to Marlow bus services, operated by Carousel Buses, arrive at West Street station.

Where does the Reading to Marlow train arrive?

Reading to Marlow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Maidenhead station.

Can I drive from Reading to Marlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Marlow is 14 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Reading to Marlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Marlow?

There are 1917+ hotels available in Marlow.

Reading to Marlow - 4 ways to travel via train, line 850 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 850 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kings Road to West Streetbus 850
1h 7m
£5–6
Drive 13.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Marlowcar 13.6 mi
22 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Maidenheadtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Maidenhead to Marlowtrain Maidenhead - Marlow
1h 29m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Marlowtaxi 13.6 mi
22 min
£40–50

Reading to Marlow by bus

450Weekly Buses

1h 7mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England?

Carousel Buses operates a bus from Kings Road to West Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Marlow via Maidenhead in around 1h 29m.

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