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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Shenfield is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Shenfield is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Shenfield?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Shenfield. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Shenfield via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Reading to Shenfield?

The distance between Reading and Shenfield is 61 miles. The road distance is 68.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Shenfield without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £45 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Reading to Shenfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Shenfield train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Shenfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Shenfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Shenfield is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Reading to Shenfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Shenfield?

There are 600+ hotels available in Shenfield.

Reading to Shenfield - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Shenfield by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Shenfieldtrain Elizabeth
1h 38m
£49–55
Drive 67.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Shenfieldcar 67.8 mi
1h 33m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Liverpool Street Stationbus
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Shenfieldtrain
2h 13m
£44–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
2h 40m
£51–83

Reading to Shenfield by train

1035Weekly Trains

1h 38mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Shenfield.

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Distance: 60.3 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Shenfield via London Paddington in around 1h 38m.

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