What is the cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton Heath and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton Heath station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton Heath and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Reading via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Reading?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Reading is 48 miles. The road distance is 46.4 miles.

How do I travel from Thornton Heath to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading without a car is to train and line 36 bus which takes 1h 44m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Thornton Heath to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Thornton Heath to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Reading bus from?

Thornton Heath to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Thornton Heath to Reading train from?

Thornton Heath to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Thornton Heath to Reading?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Reading bus arrive?

Thornton Heath to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Reading train arrive?

Thornton Heath to Reading train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton Heath to Reading is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Thornton Heath to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Thornton Heath to Reading?

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Thornton Heath to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Thornton Heath to Reading by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 36 bus
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Paddington Station36
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Reading
1h 44m
£32–70
Drive 46.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Reading46.1 mi
1h 5m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
3h 9m
£31–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Reading46.1 mi
1h 5m
£250–300
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
1h 59m
£21–33

Thornton Heath to Reading by train and bus

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1h 44mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Thornton Heath, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Thornton Heath Station to Reading RailAir via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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