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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Purfleet is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Purfleet is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Purfleet?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Purfleet station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Barking Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Purfleet?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Purfleet. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Purfleet via London Paddington and London Fenchurch Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Purfleet?

The distance between Reading and Purfleet is 57 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Purfleet without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Reading to Purfleet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Purfleet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Purfleet train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Purfleet?

The best way to get from Reading to Purfleet is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Reading to Purfleet bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Purfleet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Purfleet?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Purfleet is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Reading to Purfleet.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Purfleet by train, bus, car, or subway

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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 Fenchurch Street to Purfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
1h 49m
£24–69
Drive 59.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Purfleetcar 59.4 mi
1h 33m
£15–21
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 Charing Cross to Barking Stationbus N15
4h 13m
£31–108
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Fenchurch Street to Purfleettrain London Fenchurch Street - Grays / ...
2h 6m
£34–68
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Barking stationsubway District
2h 44m
£32–102

Reading to Purfleet by train and foot

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Purfleet via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Purfleet via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charing Cross, Barking Station, and Barking in around 4h 13m.

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