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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Reading is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Reading. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Reading?

The distance between Whitstable and Reading is 97 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Whitstable to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Whitstable to Reading train arrive?

Whitstable to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Reading is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Whitstable to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Whitstable to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Whitstable to Reading by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 14m
£44–87
Drive 102.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Readingcar 102.7 mi
1h 48m
£26–37
Train via London
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading / ...
3h 6m
£53–95
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Abbey Wood (London)train Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain Elizabeth
3h 23m
£40–77

Whitstable to Reading by train and subway

106Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whitstable to Reading.

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Distance: 96.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Reading via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 14m.

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