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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Thornton Heath and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton Heath station to Reading (Station). 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 16m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton Heath and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Thornton Heath and arriving at Reading via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Thornton Heath and Reading (Station) is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Thornton Heath and Reading (Station)?

Reading (Station) is 1h ahead of Thornton Heath. It is currently 10:07 PM in Thornton Heath and 11:07 PM in Reading (Station).

Where does the Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station)?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

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Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Clapham Junction to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2h
£21–33
Drive 46.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station)46.1 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 16m
£31–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton Heath to Reading (Station)46.1 mi
1h 5m
£250–300
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Thornton Heath to London Victoria
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Ealing Broadway station
3. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Reading
2h 2m
£24–51

Thornton Heath to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 45.2 mi
Duration: 2h

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, 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 16m.

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