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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Witham is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Witham is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Witham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Witham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at The George via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Witham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Witham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Witham (Essex) via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Reading to Witham?

The distance between Reading and Witham is 79 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Witham without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Reading to Witham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Witham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Witham train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Witham?

The best way to get from Reading to Witham is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Reading to Witham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Witham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Witham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Witham is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Reading to Witham.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Witham?

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Where can I stay near Witham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stratfordtrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Witham (Essex)train
1h 48m
£38–97
Drive 86.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Withamcar 86.5 mi
1h 51m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
4h 37m
£41–63
Train via London
1. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Witham (Essex)train London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
2h 4m
£46–91
Train via Brent
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train
2. Take the train from Richmond NLL to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Witham (Essex)train
2h 59m
£45–110

Reading to Witham by train

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Witham, Essex, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Witham (Essex) via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to The George via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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