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

The cheapest way to get from Hackney to Reading is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hackney to Reading is to train which takes 1h and costs £22 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Hackney and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Hackney to Reading. However, there are services departing from Homerton and arriving at Reading via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Hackney to Reading?

The distance between Hackney and Reading is 46 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hackney to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £22 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Hackney to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hackney to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Hackney to Reading train arrive?

Hackney to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Hackney to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Hackney to Reading is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Hackney to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1518+ hotels available in Reading.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
1h
£23–71
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hackney to Readingcar 46.7 mi
1h 14m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hackney to Readingtaxi 46.7 mi
1h 14m
£210–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hackney Baths to St Giles High Streetbus N253 / ...
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2h 4m
£31–63
Train via Richmond (London)
1. Take the train from Hackney Central to Richmond NLLtrain Stratford / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2h 19m
£25–48

Hackney to Reading by train

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 1h

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

You can take a train from Homerton to Reading via Stratford and London Paddington in around 1h.

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