Having a car rental at Reading Railway Station makes it possible to explore the city and all of its attractions without the headache of public transportation. You will have access to the vehicle 24 hours per day, without any limits on where you can go and what you can see. Reading Railway Station is located in Reading, England. The rail station sits on the River Thames, serving approximately 15.3 million travelers on a yearly basis. RDG is the third busiest railway station in England. The railway station is located 29 miles from London Heathrow Airport, making it easy to collect your car at the airport if that would better suit your travel plans. Cross country, Southwest Trains, and First Great Western train companies operate from RDG. The station was opened in 1840. Public Wi-Fi is available, in addition to an ATM machine, pay phones, shops and refreshment facilities.
With a rental car at Reading Railway Station, enjoying the city and beyond is simple. Whether you're in need of a cheap rental car, luxury vehicle or even a larger van rental, Auto Europe has the vehicle that will best compliment your itinerary. There are various attractions to cater to the interests of all visitors. The South Street Arts Center is one attraction not to miss. Here you can explore a nice collection of paintings, while also enjoying various performing arts activities. Basildon Park is also a great attraction to visit. This park is home to an 18th century Georgian mansion, with fine paintings and furniture inside. Silchester is a short drive from Reading, and worth the time. Here you will find ancient ruins of what was once a town. Reading Museum is located in the Old Town Hall. This museum has a variety of artifacts and displays which tell the story of Reading's exciting history. Beale Park is a wildlife area with an animal park as well as a play area for children. All ages can enjoy the lands and the animals found here. The Cole Museum of Zoology is an unusual attraction sure to please. Here you will find more than 3,500 specimen displays dating back thousands of years.
Auto Europe has partnered with rental car suppliers including: Europcar and Hertz to ensure our customers are provided with convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in and around the Reading Rail Station. Below you will find the necessary contact information of these suppliers. Please contact our award winning customer support team with any questions or concerns you may have.
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Europcar Reading Rail Station 6-8 Commercial Rd, Reading, UK RG2 0QZ +44 371 384 9952 |
Europcar Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sat: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Sun: Closed |
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Hertz Reading Rail Station 131 Wokingham Rd, Reading, UK RG6 1LW +44 118 324 0558 |
Hertz Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Sat: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM Sun: Closed |
If you want to complete your trip, having a great place to stay is a must. Luckily, there is no shortage of great hotels near the rail station. In addition to helping you get a great rate on a hotel in Reading, Auto Europe also offers airport transport services as well as private chauffeurs to help you reach these hotels with ease. Hotels that might be of interest to you nearby the railway station include La Baguette Hotel, located 0.15 miles away, Novotel Reading Center, located 0.16 miles away, Crowne Plaza, located 0.21 miles away, and the Deluxe Hotel, located 0.51 miles away.
Customer service representatives are available to answer questions about the train station if you call 0845 165 2030. Be sure that you have a car rental at Reading Railway Station so you can enjoy the area to the fullest. Easily book your car rental at the Reading Railway Station by using the secure search form on the left, or call us toll-free 24/7 at 1-888-223-5555 to book over the phone. From the driver's seat of your Reading car rental, you can drive to London, which is located 61.2 km away, as well as Derby, which is located 166.6 km away.