What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena?

The fastest way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena is to train and subway via London Paddington which takes 1h 7m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Reading and The O2 Arena?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to The O2 Arena station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at North Greenwich station via London Paddington and Bond Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Reading to The O2 Arena?

The distance between Reading and The O2 Arena is 45 miles. The road distance is 49.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to The O2 Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena without a car is to train and subway via London Paddington which takes 1h 7m and costs £35 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Reading to The O2 Arena?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Reading to The O2 Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to The O2 Arena train from?

Reading to The O2 Arena train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to The O2 Arena?

The best way to get from Reading to The O2 Arena is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Reading to The O2 Arena train arrive?

Reading to The O2 Arena train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to The O2 Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to The O2 Arena is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Reading to The O2 Arena.

Where can I stay near The O2 Arena?

There are 20164+ hotels available in The O2 Arena.

Reading to The O2 Arena - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to The O2 Arena by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, subway via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Bond Street station to North Greenwich stationsubway Jubilee
1h 7m
£37–49
Drive 49.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to The O2 Arenacar 49.2 mi
1h 19m
£12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Green Park Stationbus N9
2h 48m
£30–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to The O2 Arenataxi 49.2 mi
1h 19m
£220–270
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Bond Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Bond Street station to North Greenwich stationsubway Jubilee
1h 22m
£29–78
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 40m
£18–49

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Map of how to get from Reading to The O2 Arena.

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Distance: 45 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Reading, England and The O2 Arena, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The O2 Arena via Heathrow Terminal 5, Green Park Station, Green Park station, and North Greenwich station in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £15–45 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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