What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to New Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to New Cross is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to New Cross?

The fastest way to get from Reading to New Cross is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Reading and New Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to New Cross. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at New Cross ELL via London Paddington and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Reading to New Cross?

The distance between Reading and New Cross is 45 miles. The road distance is 45.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to New Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to New Cross without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £21 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to New Cross?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Reading to New Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to New Cross train from?

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

Where does the Reading to New Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to New Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to New Cross is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Reading to New Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to New Cross?

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Where can I stay near New Cross?

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Reading to New Cross - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to New Cross 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 / ...
1h 20m
£22–66
Drive 45.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to New Crosscar 45.3 mi
1h 9m
£12–17
Train, line 36 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Paddington Station to New Cross Bus Garagebus 36
1h 57m
£17–95
Train, line 453 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Bond Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Oxford Circus Stn /Margaret St to New Cross Gate Stationbus 453 / ...
2h 8m
£27–87
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to New Crosstaxi 45.3 mi
1h 9m
£130–160

Reading to New Cross by train

493Weekly Trains

1h 20mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Reading, England and New Cross, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 41 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 4 hours.

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