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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Elstree is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Elstree is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Elstree?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Reading to Elstree?

The distance between Reading and Elstree is 55 miles. The road distance is 38.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £28 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Reading to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Elstree train from?

Reading to Elstree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Elstree train arrive?

Reading to Elstree train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Elstree is 39 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Reading to Elstree.

Where can I stay near Elstree?

There are 17797+ hotels available in Elstree.

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Elstree by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Elstree & Borehamwoodtrain Sutton / ...
1h 14m
£28–69
Drive 38.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Elstreecar 38.4 mi
57 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Elstreetaxi 38.4 mi
57 min
£170–210
Train, subway via Tottenham Court Road Station
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Edgware stationsubway Northern
2h
£37–64
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Edgware stationsubway Northern
2h 28m
£25–41

Reading to Elstree by train

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Elstree & Borehamwood via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 14m.

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