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Gatwick Airport, Great Britain → Reading, Great Britain

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One way to Travel from Gatwick Airport to Reading

Composite routes from Gatwick Airport to Reading

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Oxford Bus Company

Phone:
+44 1865 785400
Website:
oxfordbus.co.uk/
Bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.26

RailAir

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Website:
railair.com/
Bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from London Gatwick Airport to Reading
Estimated price:
$132.75

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Reading. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Reading is 83 km. The road distance is 94.6 km.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The train from Gatwick Airport to Reading takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Reading bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Reading train from?

Gatwick Airport to Reading train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Reading is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Reading bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Reading train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Reading train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Reading is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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