What is the cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between University of Reading and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Reading to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Three Tuns and arriving at Charing Cross via Winnersh Triangle station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

The distance between University of Reading and Charing Cross is 41 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from University of Reading to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross without a car is to line 20 bus and train and subway which takes 1h 16m and costs £14 - £45.

How long does it take to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Reading to Charing Cross bus from?

University of Reading to Charing Cross bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Winnersh Triangle station.

Train or bus from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £26 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the University of Reading to Charing Cross bus arrive?

University of Reading to Charing Cross bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from University of Reading to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Reading to Charing Cross is 40 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from University of Reading to Charing Cross.

Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20141+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

University of Reading to Charing Cross - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from University of Reading to Charing Cross by bus, train, subway, 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.

Line 20 bus, train, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Reading University to Bridge Street20 / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
3. Take the subway from Paddington station to Charing Cross station
1h 16m
£15–45
Drive 40.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Reading to Charing Cross40.1 mi
56 min
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle station to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing CrossN9
2h 56m
£27–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Reading to Charing Cross40.1 mi
56 min
£160–200
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court RdElizabeth
1h 47m
£27–52
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wellington Avenue to Wokingham Station Interchange3
2. Take the train from Wokingham to London WaterlooReading - London Waterloo
2h 27m
£16–47

University of Reading to Charing Cross by foot, bus, train, and subway

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.9 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between University of Reading, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

You can take a vehicle from University of Reading to Charing Cross via Three Tuns, Cavendish Gardens, Winnersh Triangle station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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