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 - £26 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 - £26.

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 2h.

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 2h and costs £35 - £90.

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

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

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.

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?

There are 1613+ hotels available in Strood.

Reading to Strood - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, and line 96 bus

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

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 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
2h
£35–89
Drive 70 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Stroodcar 70 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
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 29m
£24–45
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 36m
£38–99
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 52m
£48–94

Reading to Strood by train

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 2h

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 2h.

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