The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Reading
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
37
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Reading will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
It's difficult to get from London to Reading without transferring at least once.
NX030 · RRRA110:00 PM2h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15 AMReading, Blagrave Street€391One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA18:30 PM2h16London, Victoria Coach Station10:46 PMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA110:00 PM2h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15 AMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA16:00 PM2h47London, Victoria Coach Station8:47 PMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA17:00 PM2h17London, Victoria Coach Station9:17 PMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
NX032 · RRRA111:20 AM2h06London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1:26 PMReading, Blagrave Street€441One-way1 transfer
NX030 · RRRA110:00 PM2h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15 AMReading, Blagrave Street€391One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA110:00 PM2h15London, Victoria Coach Station12:15 AMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
NX035 · RRRA16:30 AM2h16London, Victoria Coach Station8:46 AMReading, Blagrave Street€441One-way1 transfer
NX025 · RRRA18:30 PM2h16London, Victoria Coach Station10:46 PMReading, Blagrave Street€421One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 59 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€40 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Reading buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 · RRRA1 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
NXA40 · RRRA1 | 2:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h56 | 5:11 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h47 | 7:47 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h16 | 8:46 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 9:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · RRRA1 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 11:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 10:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h25 | 12:45 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h26 | 1:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h26 | 1:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · RRRA1 | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h26 | 1:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 11:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h06 | 1:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h36 | 2:06 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h47 | 2:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h47 | 2:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 12:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h27 | 2:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h28 | 3:28 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h39 | 4:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · RRRA1 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h39 | 4:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 1:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h19 | 4:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h49 | 4:49 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h31 | 5:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h31 | 5:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX030 · RRRA1 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h46 | 6:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · RRRA1 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h02 | 8:02 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h47 | 8:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h47 | 8:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h17 | 9:17 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · RRRA1 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h46 | 10:16 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · RRRA1 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h16 | 10:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Reading
Buses from London to Reading run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 59 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 59 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 30 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to ReadingYou can travel by bus between London to Reading with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Reading by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Reading
Most London to Reading buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Reading, Blagrave Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Reading bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Reading leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) from London city centre
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Which Reading station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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