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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Royston is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Royston is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Royston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Royston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Royston via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Reading to Royston?

The distance between Reading and Royston is 85 miles. The road distance is 73.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Royston without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Reading to Royston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Royston train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Royston train arrive?

Reading to Royston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Reading to Royston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Royston is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Reading to Royston.

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

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Where can I stay near Royston?

There are 813+ hotels available in Royston.

Reading to Royston - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Royston by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to RoystonBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 2m
£36–81
Drive 73 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Royston73 mi
1h 24m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to RoystonBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2h 14m
£42–109
Train via Brent
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)
2. Take the train from Richmond NLL to Highbury & Islington
3. Take the train from Alexandra Palace to Royston
3h 37m
£46–73

Reading to Royston by train

377Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Royston, Hertfordshire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Royston via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 2m.

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