How to get from West Kensington to Reading by Tube and train?

From West Kensington to Reading by Tube and train

To get from West Kensington to Reading in London, you’ll need to take 2 Tube lines and one train line: take the DISTRICT Tube from West Kensington station to Earl's Court station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the DISTRICT Tube and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Paddington station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The Tube and train schedule from West Kensington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

48min
Walk to Tube station
Tube - DISTRICT
Tube - DISTRICT
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from West Kensington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    West Kensington
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tube - DISTRICT
    Wait for Tube
    DISTRICT
    Dagenham East
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Earl's Court
    4 min
  • 4
    Tube - DISTRICT
    Wait for Tube
    DISTRICT
    Edgware Road
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Paddington
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paddington
    50 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Weston-Super-Mare
  • 8
    Ride to train station Reading
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From West Kensington to Reading by bus and train

To get from West Kensington to Reading in London, take the 27 bus from North End Road (J) station to Paddington Station (H) station. Next, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Paddington station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The Tube and train schedule from West Kensington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

75min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2727
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from North End Road (J)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North End Road (J)
    ID J
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Chalk Farm
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paddington Station (H)
    ID H
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paddington
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station Reading
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from West Kensington to Reading

The distance between West Kensington, London and Reading, London is approximately 62.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Kensington to Reading by Tube and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube And Train schedule from West Kensington to Reading

To check the Tube and train schedule from West Kensington to Reading using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (West Kensington) and destination (Reading), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Tube and train schedules.

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From West Kensington to Reading by bus and train

To get from West Kensington to Reading in London, take the 27 bus from North End Road (J) station to Paddington Station (H) station. Next, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Paddington station to Reading station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The Tube and train schedule from West Kensington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Reading on the Moovit app.

75min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2727
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from North End Road (J)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North End Road (J)
    ID J
    690 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Chalk Farm
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paddington Station (H)
    ID H
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paddington
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Bristol Temple Meads
  • 6
    Ride to train station Reading
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from West Kensington to Reading?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Tube line DISTRICT, Tube line DISTRICT, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from West Kensington to Reading?

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 27, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct Tube between West Kensington and Reading in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Tube lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which Tube line goes from West Kensington to Reading in London?

    The DISTRICT Tube line goes from West Kensington station near West Kensington to Dagenham East station. From there you’ll have to take one Tube line and one train line till Dagenham East station near Reading in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from West Kensington to Reading in London by Tube and train?

    The total travel time between West Kensington and Reading in London by Tube and train is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the Tube near West Kensington to get to Reading in London?

    Get on the DISTRICT Tube from the West Kensington station near West Kensington in London.

  • Where do I get off the Tube when travelling between West Kensington and Reading in London?

    Get off the Tube at the Dagenham East station, which is closest to Reading in London.

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