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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Wanstead is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Wanstead is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Wanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Wanstead station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Wanstead station via Lancaster Gate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Reading to Wanstead?

The distance between Reading and Wanstead is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Wanstead without a car is to train and subway via Lancaster Gate station which takes 1h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Reading to Wanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Wanstead train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Wanstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Wanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Wanstead is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Reading to Wanstead.

Where can I stay near Wanstead?

There are 19608+ hotels available in Wanstead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Wanstead by train, subway, 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, subway via Lancaster Gate station
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Lancaster Gate station to Wanstead stationsubway Central
1h 21m
£33–42
Drive 49.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Wansteadcar 49.8 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Train, bus via London Paddington
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from New Oxford Street to Wanstead Stationbus N8 / ...
1h 58m
£41–48
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the subway from Ealing Broadway station to Wanstead stationsubway Central
1h 40m
£19–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the bus from Procter Street to Wanstead Stationbus N8 / ...
2h 44m
£20–44

Reading to Wanstead by train, foot, and subway

1382Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Wanstead. However, you can take the train to London Paddington, walk to Lancaster Gate station, then take the subway to Wanstead station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Wanstead Station via London Paddington, Tottenham Court Road Station, and New Oxford Street in around 1h 58m.

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