London to Reading Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between London and Reading?

The distance between these two places is a total of 41 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between London and Reading?

The average travel time between the stations is 01:08 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from London to Reading?

The price of a bus ticket from London to Reading ranges from £11 to £25.

Q: How many daily departures are there from London to Reading?

The average number of daily departures is 50. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from London to Reading?

There are 158 from London to Reading. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from London to Reading?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from London to Reading by bus?

To travel from London to Reading by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between London and Reading?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave London?

The first bus departs at 00:15, and the last bus departs at 23:33.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from London to Reading?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

London to Reading Reading to London

London to Reading Route Overview

London to Reading bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 176 daily bus departures available, including 4 night buses. The earliest bus departs from London at 00:15h, arriving at Reading at 01:15h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:33h, arriving at 00:15h the following day.

Departure station and country London, United Kingdom

Arrival station and country Reading, United Kingdom

Travel Distance 41 mi

Average Trip Duration 01h 08min

Total Departures 176

Popular Operators National Express, Railair

Lowest Price £11

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from London to Reading:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:00 London Victoria Coach Station

1h 15min

13:15 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

National Express

from 16.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 03. Aug

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13:29 London

48min

14:17 Reading Blagrave St

Railair

from 29.3 HRK

Best offer on 03. Aug

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20:28 London

43min

21:11 Reading Blagrave St

Railair

from 29.3 HRK

Best offer on 03. Aug

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19:15 London

56min

20:11 Reading Blagrave St

Railair

from 29.3 HRK

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18:10 London

1h 3min

19:13 Reading Blagrave St

Railair

from 29.3 HRK

Best offer on 03. Aug

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Traveling by coach from London to Reading

The shortest travel distance between London and Reading is 41 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 00:33 has a travel time of 00:42h. The longest travel time on the route is 01:35h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Reading earlier, there are 4 overnight coaches from London to Reading. The overnight coaches depart between 23:15 and 23:33 and arrive at 00:15 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Reading:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

23:20 London

55min

00:15 Reading Blagrave St

Railair

from 29.3 HRK

Best offer on 03. Aug

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Bus companies operating the London to Reading route

There are 2 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

8.2 National Express

Railair

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about London or Reading coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

London

You can see information about the departure station and stops London here

Reading

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Reading here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £11 (One-Way) or £22 (Return).

Travel reviews for London to Reading bus

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