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What is the best way to travel from Reading to Farnborough?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool and Trains for the journey to Farnborough from Reading. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
0h 25m
$12
$12
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Car
0h 20m
$3
$3
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What is the cheapest way to reach Farnborough from Reading?

You can get to Farnborough with just $3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $3
Saturday
from $12
Sunday

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 20m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Reading
    4:10 PM
    Farnborough
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 26m
    0
    6:24 AM
    Reading
    Central Station
    6:50 AM
    Farnborough
    North Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $12
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 25m
    0
    7:24 AM
    Reading
    Central Station
    7:49 AM
    Farnborough
    North Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $12

What are the fastest trips from Reading to Farnborough?

You can get to Farnborough from Reading in just 0h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 0h 20m
Saturday
from 0h 25m
Sunday

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 20m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Reading
    4:10 PM
    Farnborough
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $3

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 25m
    0
    7:24 AM
    Reading
    Central Station
    7:49 AM
    Farnborough
    North Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $12
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    0h 26m
    0
    6:24 AM
    Reading
    Central Station
    6:50 AM
    Farnborough
    North Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $12
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Reading to Farnborough

What are the most popular stations in Reading and Farnborough?

In Reading, you will usually depart from Station Road (Stop SD), University (Redlands Rd) or Tilehurst Station, while in Farnborough you will be arriving at Kingsmead Bus Termini or North Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Farnborough from Reading? With 1 connections between 2 Carpool and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Reading and Farnborough, you can pay as low as $3 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Farnborough in just 0h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Reading and Farnborough are Great Western Railway (GWR) and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Reading and Farnborough is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Lower Earley or to Farnborough Airport, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Reading to Farnborough?

The most popular companies between Reading and Farnborough, are Great Western Railway (GWR) and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)

All you need to know when you travel from Reading to Farnborough

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Reading to Farnborough. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Reading to Farnborough

How can I reach Farnborough from Reading?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Farnborough from Reading.

How far is Farnborough from Reading?

The distance between Reading and Farnborough is 15.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Reading and Farnborough?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 4 kgs, and a flight 6 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Reading to Farnborough?

You can get to Farnborough with just $3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Farnborough in just 0h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Reading and to Farnborough

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Reading and to Farnborough. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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