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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Washington is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Washington is to train and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs £110 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Washington?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Washington. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Sunderland Highway via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Washington?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Washington. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at South Hylton via Paddington, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Reading to Washington?

The distance between Reading and Washington is 322 miles. The road distance is 276 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Washington without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 31m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Reading to Washington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Washington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Washington train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Washington?

The best way to get from Reading to Washington is to train via London which takes 4h 31m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Reading to Washington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Washington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Washington is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Reading to Washington.

Where can I stay near Washington?

There are 2031+ hotels available in Washington.

Reading to Washington - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Washington by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 31m
£135–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10
9h 21m
£52–78
Drive 274.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Washingtoncar 274.4 mi
4h 41m
£68–98
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3h 53m
£112–248
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 28m
£120–370
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 17m
£64–347
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 50m
£70–160
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 27m
£126–437
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 17m
£111–467

Reading to Washington by train and bus

38Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 320.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Reading to South Hylton via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Sunderland Highway via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Interchange in around 9h 21m.

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