Argyll offers some of the most prestigious offices in the most sought after locations across London. Find the ideal workspace for your team by reading through our curated list of the best London offices for individuals commuting from Reading to London. Whether you are seeking a new workspace for your expanding business or looking to upgrade your existing office environment, our comprehensive list will provide valuable insights to aid your decision-making.
Table of Contents:
- Commuting from Reading to London Made Simple
- Best London Offices for an Easy Commute from Reading
- The Benefits of Renting a London Office with an Easy Commute
Commuting from Reading to London Made Simple
Reading is one of the most prevalent London commuter towns. Basing your business somewhere that appeals to this demographic can have many benefits to your company.
The easiest Reading to London commute is by train between Reading Station and Paddington. The distance covered for this journey is around 34 miles (55 km). There are 535 direct trains from Reading to London Paddington each day starting from 02:54am. It usually takes 44 minutes but can take as little as 25 minutes on the fast services.
The Elizabeth Line also connects Reading to London. The introduction of this tube line has opened up much more of the city to commuters.
- A direct train now runs between:
- Reading and Bond Street (54 minute journey).
- Reading and Liverpool Street (68 minute journey).
- Reading and Canary Wharf (73 minute journey).
Best London Offices for an Easy Commute from Reading
Cross rail and Elizabeth Line connections mean London offices with an easy commute from Reading can be found across the city. Our collection of top offices includes modern spaces and grand period properties located in some of the most sought-after areas of the city. With easy access to major transport hubs these offices are primed for commuting from Reading to London.
84 Brook Street
Recently renovated, 84 Brook Street offers you the new signature Argyll experience. Behind this refined, Grade II listed property’s distinctive red brick and ironwork façade, every corner has been reinvented. This includes a new relaxing lounge and kitchen, video call booths and beautifully redesigned meeting rooms. 84 Brook Street offers a warm, quiet and private work environment.
Alongside the 2 high-spec meeting rooms, 84 Brook Street is also home to:
- Onsite showers.
- A business lounge.
- Dog friendly offices.
84 Brook Street is easy to commute to from Reading. Travel on the Elizabeth line to Bond Street and then walk just 2 minutes to the office door. The average total commute time from Reading to 84 Brook Street is 56 minutes.
288 Bishopsgate
Base your business at 288 Bishopsgate and set your team up for success. This modern smart office is set over six floors, and boasts panoramic views of London’s skyline and Spitalfields courtyard. Located in London’s thriving financial district, renting an office space here positions you amongst some of the largest banks, fintech companies, and disruptive start-ups. Bishopsgate’s stylish private offices, spacious open coworking areas, relaxed lounges and high-spec meeting rooms offer your business a distinctive backdrop.
Other perks of choosing 288 Bishopsgate include:
- Onsite showers.
- Secure bike storage.
- Dog-friendly offices.
288 Bishopsgate is in an easily commutable area from Reading. Travel on the Elizabeth line to Liverpool Street and then make the easy 4 minute walk to the office. The average total commute time from Reading to 288 Bishopsgate is 72 minutes.
1 Cornhill
Few office spaces are more striking than our property at 1 Cornhill. This Grade II listed building features a curved facade with illuminating windows and grand pillars. Underneath its domed roof, you can find premium private offices, coworking spaces, guest and business lounges, and six versatile meeting rooms.
Additional advantages of 1 Cornhill include:
- Onsite showers.
- Secure bike storage.
- Dog-friendly offices.
- Audio-visual booths (zoom rooms).
Commuting from Reading to this office couldn’t be simpler. Travel on the Elizabeth line to Liverpool Street and then walk 10 minutes to the property. The average total commute time from Reading to 1 Cornhill is 78 minutes.
16 Old Queen Street
For a truly exceptional London office, set your business up at 16 Old Queen Street. This immaculate 17th Century property overlooks St James’ Park and is found in a prestigious area of London. Recently renovated, it offers the new signature Argyll experience. Every corner has been refreshed or reinvented, with an elegant new reception, new relaxing lounge, video call booths and a beautifully redesigned meeting room. Outside, an exclusive garden provides a serene place to work, meet or relax.
Rent a space here and enjoy benefits such as:
- A quiet garden.
- Dog-friendly offices.
- Audi-visual booths (zoom rooms).
- Onsite showers.
- Secure bike storage.
Commuting from Reading to 16 Old Queen Street is simple. Travel on the Elizabeth line to Bond Street and then walk 29 minutes to the office. The average total commute time from Reading to Old Queen Street is 85 minutes.
The Benefits of Renting a London Office with an Easy Commute
@{2H=7R;I[(?N"Renting a London office with an easy commute can have many benefits for businesses. Some of the biggest advantages of being in a readily commutable area include:
Appeal to a wider talent pool: The ease of commute can be a major factor when people are looking for a new role. Being located somewhere that is easy to commute to from Reading opens up your company to this large workforce, expanding the talent pool you can draw from during the hiring process.
Employees experience reduced stress: A difficult commute can put additional strain on both the physical and mental health of employees. This in turn can take its toll on overall wellbeing and negatively impact job performance. An easily commutable office can alleviate some of this stress.
Improved work-life balance: A more efficient commute can free up time for employees to devote to other aspects of their life. This can include hobbies, exercise, or spending time with family and friends. It is important to support these areas for quality of life and to help avoid employee burnout. Moreover, supporting a good work-life balance can help improve employee retention.
Increased Productivity: An easy commute can help employees arrive at work feeling more focused and proactive. This is because they have wasted less energy on navigating a stressful journey before the work day has even begun.
From improved job satisfaction to increased productivity, there are many reasons why the ease of commuting from Reading should be considered when choosing an office space.
About Argyll
Driven by a desire to provide businesses with a sophisticated place to work, meet and host events, we design every element of our beautiful Argyll properties to create a lasting impression – on our customers, and their guests.
Our unique combination of distinctive buildings, contemporary yet classic interiors, unrivalled attention-to-detail and consistently exceptional service, defines our signature Argyll experience.