What is the cheapest way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Woolwich Dockyard and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kingsman Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Aldwych / Bush House and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Woolwich Dockyard and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Woolwich Dockyard and arriving at Reading. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

The distance between Woolwich Dockyard and Reading is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

How do I travel from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolwich Dockyard to Reading bus from?

Woolwich Dockyard to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Kingsman Street station.

Where do I catch the Woolwich Dockyard to Reading train from?

Woolwich Dockyard to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Woolwich Dockyard station.

Train or bus from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

The best way to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading is to train via London Paddington which takes 1h 5m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £85 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Woolwich Dockyard to Reading bus arrive?

Woolwich Dockyard to Reading bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Kingsway station.

Where does the Woolwich Dockyard to Reading train arrive?

Woolwich Dockyard to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolwich Dockyard to Reading is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading?

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Woolwich Dockyard to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to London PaddingtonElizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ReadingLondon Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
1h 5m
£30–48
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading50.4 mi
1h 19m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsman Street to Aldwych / KingswayN1
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Heathrow Terminal 5N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
3h 28m
£29–84
Train
1. Take the train from Woolwich Dockyard to ReadingElizabeth
1h 20m
£30–40

Woolwich Dockyard to Reading by train

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Distance: 47.8 mi
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What companies run services between Woolwich Dockyard, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Woolwich Dockyard to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsman Street to Reading RailAir via Aldwych / Kingsway, Aldwych / Bush House, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 28m.

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