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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Reading is to bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 12h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Reading is to fly and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £110 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Reading?

The distance between Rotterdam and Reading is 238 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Rotterdam to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Reading bus from?

Rotterdam to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Reading train from?

Rotterdam to Reading train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Reading?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Reading is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 12h 37m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Reading bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Reading?

Reading is 1h behind Rotterdam. It is currently 3:25 PM in Rotterdam and 2:25 PM in Reading.

Where does the Rotterdam to Reading train arrive?

Rotterdam to Reading train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at London St. Pancras Int. station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Rotterdam to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Rotterdam to Reading by plane, train, bus, car, car train, or car ferry

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to London City Airport (LCY)plane RTM - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
2h 11m
£115–310
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to London Victoriabus N814
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
12h 37m
£59–95
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to London St. Pancras Int.train Eurostar
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
4h 20m
£66–166
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Readingcar
5h 42m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
5h 19m
£194–341
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Readingcar
6h 51m
£79–148

Rotterdam to Reading by train and subway

32Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Reading via London St. Pancras Int., King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Reading RailAir via London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 12h 37m.

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