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Which bus from London to Reading is the best?

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

today
from £9
tomorrow
from £5
Sunday
from £9
Monday
from £6
Tuesday
from £5
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday
from £5

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    09:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • Southern
    2h 10m
    0
    06:56
    London
    Coulsdon South
    09:06
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    Southern
    Economy
    £22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    07:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    08:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 35m
    0
    12:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:35
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    09:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    19:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    20:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    11:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    19:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    20:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    11:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 35m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    09:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    10:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    1h 15m
    0
    11:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    12:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    18:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from London 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily coaches from London to Reading. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between London and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 32 coaches from London to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between London and Reading, with 13 offers.

All facts for London to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express, FlixBus and Southern that travel daily 8 times by bus from London to Reading in one click. Book your London to Reading bus ticket starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus £5
Fastest Bus 1h 15m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Latest Coach 18:00
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 58.7 km
Coach Companies National Express, FlixBus and Southern

What are the cheapest coach tickets from London to Reading?

Every day, 8 buses from 3 coach companies leave London for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 08/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/03
Tuesday 04/03
Wednesday 05/03
Thursday 06/03
Friday 07/03
£9
Saturday 08/03
£5
Sunday 09/03
£9
Monday 10/03
£6
Tuesday 11/03
£5
Wednesday 12/03
£6
Thursday 13/03
£5
Friday 14/03
£9
Saturday 15/03
£6
Sunday 16/03
Monday 17/03
£9
Tuesday 18/03
£5
Wednesday 19/03
£9
Thursday 20/03
£5
Friday 21/03
£9
Saturday 22/03
£5
Sunday 23/03
Monday 24/03
£6
Tuesday 25/03
£5
Wednesday 26/03
Thursday 27/03
£5
Friday 28/03
Saturday 29/03
£9
Sunday 30/03

The cheapest time to travel from London to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £5, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £9.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Reading, with £5. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from London 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 London 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 London 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 London to Reading are also emptier.

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

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

FlixBus from London to Reading

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route London to Reading:

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 1h 15m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Last Coach 19:30
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 06/03/2025

National Express from London to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 1h 15m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 06/03/2025
In total 3 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 London and Reading

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from London to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from London to Reading.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from London 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 London to Reading bus

How much does a London Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the London Reading bus trip is available from £5 and takes 1h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £34. 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 London Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London to Reading is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from London take?

The quickest coach from London to Reading is provided by FlixBus and takes 1h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £9. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from London at 07:30. 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 London to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from London at 18:00. 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 London Reading route?

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

Is there a direct bus between London and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between London 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, FlixBus and Southern.

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

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 London 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 London 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 London to Reading on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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