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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Thaxted is to drive which costs £20 - £35 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Thaxted is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Thaxted?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Thaxted. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The Guildhall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Reading to Thaxted?

The distance between Reading and Thaxted is 86 miles. The road distance is 83.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Thaxted without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Reading to Thaxted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Thaxted bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Thaxted?

The best way to get from Reading to Thaxted is to train via London which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Thaxted bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Thaxted?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Thaxted is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Reading to Thaxted.

Where can I stay near Thaxted?

There are 343+ hotels available in Thaxted.

Reading to Thaxted - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Thaxted 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 PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted AirportStansted Express
2h 47m
£39–76
Drive 83.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Thaxted83.3 mi
1h 42m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3h 49m
£54–71
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted AirportStansted Express
2h 58m
£33–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London WaterlooReading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from London Eye to Coach StationA8
4h
£33–71

Reading to Thaxted by train, foot, and bus

178Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Reading to The Guildhall via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, London Liverpool Street, Stansted Airport, and Coach Station in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The Guildhall via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Coach Station in around 3h 49m.

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