What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Potters Bar is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Potters Bar?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Potters Bar. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Potters Bar via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Potters Bar?

The distance between Reading and Potters Bar is 51 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Potters Bar without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Potters Bar without a car is to train via Paddington which takes 1h 27m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Potters Bar?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Reading to Potters Bar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Potters Bar train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Potters Bar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Potters Bar?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Potters Bar is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Reading to Potters Bar.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Potters Bar?

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Where can I stay near Potters Bar?

There are 18165+ hotels available in Potters Bar.

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

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

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 Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Potters BarLondon Kings Cross - Cambridge / ...
1h 27m
£39–56
Drive 46.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Potters Bar46.9 mi
1h 8m
£12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Camden Town / Camden Road to Little Park GardensN29
2h 30m
£37–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Potters Bar46.9 mi
1h 8m
£150–190
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Potters BarMoorgate - Welwyn Garden City / ...
1h 58m
£20–37
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Cockfosters stationPiccadilly
2h 52m
£35–45

Reading to Potters Bar by train and subway

259Weekly Services

1h 27mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Potters Bar, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Potters Bar via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 1h 27m.

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