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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Strood is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Strood is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Strood?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Strood. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Elaine Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Strood?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Strood. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Strood via London Paddington, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Reading to Strood?

The distance between Reading and Strood is 71 miles. The road distance is 70.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Strood without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 59m and costs £28 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Reading to Strood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Strood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Strood train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Strood?

The best way to get from Reading to Strood is to train via London which takes 1h 59m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 035 bus and line 022 bus, which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Reading to Strood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Strood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Strood?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Strood is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Reading to Strood.

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

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Where can I stay near Strood?

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Reading to Strood - 6 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, and line 96 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Strood by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Stroodtrain
1h 59m
£29–66
Drive 70 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Stroodcar 70 mi
1h 41m
£18–25
Train, line 53 bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Woolwich Arsenal Stationbus 53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Woolwich Arsenal Station to Bus Stationbus 96
4h 16m
£26–51
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
2h 26m
£35–71
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2h 50m
£30–55
Bus, line 035 bus, line 022 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 022
4h 56m
£58–76

Reading to Strood by train

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Strood via London Paddington, Stratford, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Elaine Avenue via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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