Reading to London Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Reading and London?

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

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

The average travel time between the stations is 02:00 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Reading to London?

The ticket prices begin from £8.

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

The average number of daily departures is 19. 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: Are all the buses direct on the route from Reading to London?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

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

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 Reading to London by bus?

To travel from Reading to London 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 Reading and London?

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 Reading?

The first bus departs at 09:25, and the last bus departs at 17:50.

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

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.

Reading to London London to Reading

Reading to London Route Overview

Reading to London bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 19 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Reading at 09:25h, arriving at London at 10:35h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 17:50h, arriving at 20:20h the same day.

Departure station and country Reading, United Kingdom

Arrival station and country London, United Kingdom

Travel Distance 41 mi

Average Trip Duration 02h 00min

Total Departures 19

Popular Operators National Express

Lowest Price £8

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

09:25 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

1h 10min

10:35 London Victoria Coach Station

National Express

from 24.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Jun

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11:25 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

1h 25min

12:50 London Victoria Coach Station

National Express

from 15.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Aug

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11:55 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

1h 25min

13:20 London Victoria Coach Station

National Express

from 24.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Jun

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14:15 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

2h 35min

1 Coach change

16:50 London Elephant and Castle

National Express

from 19.9 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Aug

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14:15 Reading Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride

1h 35min

15:50 London Victoria Coach Station

National Express

from 15.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Aug

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Traveling by coach from Reading to London

The shortest travel distance between Reading and London is 41 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 11:25 has a travel time of 01:10h. The longest travel time on the route is 02:50h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Bus companies operating the Reading to London route

National Express is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 313 times by travellers. Below is their average rating.

8.2 National Express

Departure and arrival stations

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

Reading

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

London

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

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £8 (One-Way) or £16 (Return).

Travel reviews for Reading to London bus

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Over 313 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Reading to London. The average rating is 0. You can read the reviews below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.

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