How far is Reading from Manchester by coach?

The journey from Manchester to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 150 miles (242 km).

Is there a way to reach Reading from Manchester without a car?

The best way to go from Manchester to Reading without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Manchester to Reading from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Reading on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Shudehill	8h 25m	01:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	8h 5m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	8h 20m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	9h 21m	09:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	14:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	11h 5m	01:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Reading on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Shudehill	10h 40m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	8h 5m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Shudehill	9h 25m	15:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	8h 20m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	17:00	Shudehill	8h 25m	01:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	9h 21m	09:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	00:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h	09:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	06:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	9h 5m	15:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:14 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

150 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£20 - £63	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £171	Average duration3h 16m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £23	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,283 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4267 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £37

Megabus Manchester Reading recent customer reviews

Seat wasn’t comfortable and bus was very cold hope no heaters inside

Shameem B.

1 April 2024

Great experience, polite staff

Michelle L.

3 May 2023

Adequate and Expected

Dom R.

7 November 2022

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Reading?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Reading

How far is Reading from Manchester by coach?
The journey from Manchester to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 150 miles (242 km).
Is there a way to reach Reading from Manchester without a car?
The best way to go from Manchester to Reading without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

£26

11/11

£19

Today

£31

13/11

£18

14/11

£23

15/11

£24

16/11

No data

17/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Reading was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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 £18 to £53 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 £18, which is on 2025-11-13.