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Check the bus schedule for Gloucester to Reading. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £24
tomorrow
Friday
from £27
Saturday
Sunday
from £22
Monday
from £22
Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    04:30
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    10:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    05:50
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    12:40
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    08:20
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    07:25
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Reading via London, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      21:15
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      23:40
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 19m
    • FlixBus
      1h 36m
      0
      23:59
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:35
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:30
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    13:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    16:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Reading via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      21:15
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      23:40
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 19m
    • FlixBus
      1h 36m
      0
      23:59
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:35
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:30
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    13:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    10:10
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    16:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Reading via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      21:15
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      23:40
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 19m
    • FlixBus
      1h 36m
      0
      23:59
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:35
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    05:30
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    04:50
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    10h 15m
    0
    10:35
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    20:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Gloucester
    Transport Hub
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Gloucester to Reading via London, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 20m
      0
      21:15
      Gloucester
      Transport Hub
      23:40
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 19m
    • FlixBus
      1h 36m
      0
      23:59
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      01:35
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £9

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Gloucester and Reading?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Gloucester to Reading. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Gloucester to Reading. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Gloucester and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 coaches from Gloucester to Reading, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Gloucester and Reading, with 4 offers.

All facts for Gloucester to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 5 times by bus from Gloucester to Reading in one click. Book your Gloucester to Reading bus ticket starting from £22!

Cheapest Bus £22
Fastest Bus 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 04:30
Latest Coach 13:35
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 98.3 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Gloucester to Reading?

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Gloucester for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/04
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
£24
Thursday 17/04
Friday 18/04
£27
Saturday 19/04
Sunday 20/04
£22
Monday 21/04
£22
Tuesday 22/04
Wednesday 23/04
£23
Thursday 24/04
Friday 25/04
Saturday 26/04
Sunday 27/04
Monday 28/04
Tuesday 29/04
Wednesday 30/04
Thursday 01/05
Friday 02/05
Saturday 03/05
Sunday 04/05
£17
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 06/05
£17
Wednesday 07/05
Thursday 08/05
Friday 09/05
Saturday 10/05
Sunday 11/05

The cheapest time to travel from Gloucester to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Gloucester to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £22, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Gloucester to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £27.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Gloucester to Reading, with £22. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Gloucester to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Gloucester to Reading in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Gloucester to Reading, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Gloucester to Reading are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Gloucester to Reading?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Gloucester to Reading timetable.

National Express from Gloucester to Reading

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Gloucester to Reading:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 5h 30m
Earliest Coach 04:30
Last Coach 13:35
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 13/04/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Gloucester and Reading

Here is a map with all coach stations in Gloucester and Reading. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Gloucester to Reading

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Gloucester to Reading. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Gloucester to Reading bus

How much does a Gloucester Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Gloucester Reading bus trip is available from £22 and takes 6h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Gloucester to Reading?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £22 to £39. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Reading.

How many connections are available for the Gloucester Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Gloucester to Reading is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Gloucester take?

The quickest coach from Gloucester to Reading is provided by National Express and takes 5h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Gloucester to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Gloucester at 04:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Gloucester to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Gloucester at 13:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Gloucester Reading route?

Passengers looking to travel from Gloucester to Reading can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Gloucester and Reading by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Reading from Gloucester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Gloucester Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Gloucester Reading bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Gloucester to Reading on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Gloucester to Reading

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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