What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading is to subway and train which takes 56 min and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Reading RailAir via London Victoria and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Reading?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Reading is 39 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading without a car is to subway and train which takes 56 min and costs £28 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Reading?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Waterloo Station to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Reading bus from?

Waterloo Station to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Reading train from?

Waterloo Station to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Reading?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Reading is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can train via Bond Street station, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Reading bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Reading train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Reading train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Reading is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Reading.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Reading?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Reading. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Reading - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Reading by subway, train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Paddington stationBakerloo
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
56 min
£28–43
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Reading41.3 mi
1h 25m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Heathrow Central Bus Station025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
2h 26m
£33–63
Drive 42.1 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Reading42.1 mi
58 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Reading42.1 mi
58 min
£170–210
Train via Bond Street station
1. Take the train from Bond Street Station to ReadingElizabeth
1h 19m
£24–38
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading
1h 22m
£18–28

Waterloo Station to Reading by subway and train

1390Weekly Services

56 minAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd to Reading RailAir via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Bond Street Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 57 min.

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