What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to West Malling?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to West Malling is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to West Malling?

The fastest way to get from Reading to West Malling is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Reading and West Malling?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to West Malling. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at West Malling via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Reading to West Malling?

The distance between Reading and West Malling is 72 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to West Malling without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to West Malling without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Reading to West Malling?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Reading to West Malling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to West Malling train from?

Reading to West Malling train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to West Malling train arrive?

Reading to West Malling train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Reading to West Malling?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to West Malling is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Reading to West Malling.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to West Malling?

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Where can I stay near West Malling?

There are 1389+ hotels available in West Malling.

Reading to West Malling - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to West Malling 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to West Mallingtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
2h 26m
£26–70
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to West Mallingcar 71.8 mi
1h 15m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to West Mallingtrain
3h 33m
£40–79
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West Mallingtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 45m
£24–63
Train, line 151 bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rochestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to High Streetbus 151
4h 9m

Reading to West Malling by train and subway

122Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Reading, England and West Malling, England?

You can take a train from Reading to West Malling via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 2h 26m.

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