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

The cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thamesmead and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Thamesmead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road and arriving at Reading RailAir via Aldwych / Bush House and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Thamesmead and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Thamesmead to Reading. However, there are services departing from Abbey Wood and arriving at Reading via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Thamesmead to Reading?

The distance between Thamesmead and Reading is 51 miles. The road distance is 54.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Thamesmead to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Reading bus from?

Thamesmead to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road station.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Reading train from?

Thamesmead to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Abbey Wood station.

Train or bus from Thamesmead to Reading?

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 8m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £110 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Thamesmead to Reading bus arrive?

Thamesmead to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Reading train arrive?

Thamesmead to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Thamesmead to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Thamesmead to Reading is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Thamesmead to Reading.

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

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Thamesmead to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 177 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Thamesmead to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 8m
£31–47
Drive 54.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thamesmead to Readingcar 54.4 mi
1h 27m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Aldwych / Kingswaybus N1
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3h 37m
£29–110
Train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
1h 45m
£24–42
Line 177 bus, line 345 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Peckham Bus Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Peckham Bus Station to Clapham Junction Station / The Falconbus 345
3. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain
3h 51m

Thamesmead to Reading by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Abbey Wood to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Reading RailAir via Aldwych / Kingsway, Aldwych / Bush House, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 37m.

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