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Based on 3368 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at US$12.00
Seat wasn’t comfortable and bus was very cold hope no heaters inside
Great experience, polite staff
Adequate and Expected
Based on 2586 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$11.00
With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Manchester to Reading is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.
We make sure you can find a bus service from Manchester to Reading from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Manchester to Reading, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
| Daily Buses | 9 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:30AM - 8:50PM |
| Minimum Price | US$12 |
| Average Ticket Price | US$18 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 4h5m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 4h45m |
| Distance | 241 km |
| Bus companies on this route | Megabus UK, FlixBus |
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Shudehill16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Coach Station56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
56 Great Bridgewater StCitylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
City of Manchester StadiumManchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Manchester Coach StationMereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
Mereoak P&RBath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK
Bath Road25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom
Reading
The average bus ticket price from Manchester to Reading is US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Reading is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Manchester and Reading is around 4h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 5m.This is the time it takes to travel the 242 km that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Manchester to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Reading by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Manchester to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with Megabus UK, FlixBus.
Buses travelling between Manchester and Reading leave from Shudehill or Manchester Airport and arrive at Mereoak P&R, Bath Road, Reading.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$23 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2024-04-30.
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Manchester to Reading.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Reading, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Manchester to Reading that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manchester to Reading, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
| Vehicle Type | Travel time | Avg Price | Daily Departures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle TypeBus | Travel time4h 45m | Avg PriceUS$18 | Daily Departures9 |
| Vehicle TypeTrain | Travel time3h 16m | Avg PriceUS$137 | Daily Departures4 |
| Vehicle TypeCarpool | Travel time3h 50m | Avg PriceUS$33 | Daily Departures1 |
The best way to travel between Manchester and Reading is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$11. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Reading, choose the bus, as it will take you from Manchester to Reading in about 3h 16m —that's the fastest way to get there!
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