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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Reading is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Tonbridge to Reading. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Reading via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Reading?

The distance between Tonbridge and Reading is 68 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Tonbridge to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Reading bus from?

Tonbridge to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Royal Victoria Place station.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Reading train from?

Tonbridge to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.

Train or bus from Tonbridge to Reading?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Reading is to train via London which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £55 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Reading bus arrive?

Tonbridge to Reading bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Tonbridge to Reading train arrive?

Tonbridge to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Reading is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Tonbridge to Reading.

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

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Tonbridge to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Tonbridge and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonbridge to Reading. However, there are services departing from Castle and arriving at Reading RailAir via Royal Victoria Place, Bus Station, North Terminal Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 39m
£32–87
Drive 68.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Readingcar 68.8 mi
1h 17m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Bus Stationbus 291
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 34m
£40–51
Train
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to Redhilltrain Tonbridge - Redhill
2. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2h 9m
£30–60
Train #2
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 16m
£41–84

Tonbridge to Reading by train and subway

602Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Tonbridge to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle to Reading RailAir via Royal Victoria Place, Bus Station, North Terminal Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 34m.

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