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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 75 - SFr 200 and takes 24h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Switzerland is to train and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 320.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Est and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to Switzerland?

The distance between Reading and Switzerland is 806 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 550.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Reading to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Switzerland train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Reading to Switzerland is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 550. Alternatively, you can bus via Luxembourg, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 150 and takes 20h 15m.

What is the time difference between Reading and Switzerland?

Switzerland is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 7:11 AM in Reading and 8:11 AM in Switzerland.

Where does the Reading to Switzerland train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1234+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Reading to Switzerland - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Switzerland by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LHR - GVA
4h 57m
CHF 87–263
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LGW - GVA
5h 31m
CHF 70–190
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Zuerich HbTgv
9h 48m
CHF 136–548
Bus via Luxembourg
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Luxembourg P+R Bouillon
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg Gare Centrale to Zurich Bus Station
20h 15m
CHF 92–144
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Zurich
10h 44m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basel (BSL)LHR - BSL
4h 51m
CHF 88–312
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LHR - ZRH
5h 4m
CHF 91–235
Train to London City Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LCY - ZRH
5h 32m
CHF 111–367
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LTN - GVA
5h 51m
CHF 71–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris Bercy Seine Bus Stop to Zurich Limmatstrasse
24h 41m
CHF 75–194
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Zurich
11h 46m
CHF 171–254

Reading to Switzerland by train, subway, and foot

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9h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 806.5 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Switzerland?

You can take a train from Reading to Zürich Stadelhofen via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 9h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Zürich Stadelhofen via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria, Luxembourg P+R Bouillon, Hollerich, P+R Bouillon, Luxembourg Gare Centrale, Zurich Bus Station, and Zürich HB in around 20h 15m.

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