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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Pimlico is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Pimlico is to train and subway which takes 45 min and costs £17 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Pimlico?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Pimlico station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at London Green Line Coach Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Pimlico?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Vauxhall. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Reading to Pimlico?

The distance between Reading and Pimlico is 40 miles. The road distance is 40.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Pimlico without a car is to train and subway which takes 45 min and costs £17 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Reading to Pimlico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Pimlico bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Pimlico train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Pimlico?

The best way to get from Reading to Pimlico is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Reading to Pimlico bus arrive?

Reading to Pimlico bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Pimlico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Pimlico?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Pimlico is 41 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Reading to Pimlico.

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

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Paddington station to Victoria stationsubway Circle
45 min
£18–55
Drive 40.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Pimlicocar 40.4 mi
54 min
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk044 / ...
2h 9m
£28–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Pimlicotaxi 40.4 mi
54 min
£170–220
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Vauxhalltrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 19m
£15–35
Train, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Court Road Station to Alderney Streetbus 24
1h 35m
£31–58

Reading to Pimlico by train and subway

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to London Green Line Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and London Heathrow Airport in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Vauxhall hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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