Bus from Reading to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Reading to London on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Mereoak P&R
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    		HammersmithFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Mereoak P&R
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Mereoak P&R
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:24 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to London

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        1h 40mAverage duration
        37 milesDistance
        2kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£9 - £46Average duration1h 25m
        1kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£22 - £84Average duration52m
        1kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£4 - £8Average duration1h 40m
        2kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading to London

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Reading to London?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Reading to London start from £9. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Reading to London?

          The average bus journey time from Reading to London is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 56m and is operated by Megabus UK.

        3. Which bus companies service the Reading to London route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Reading RailAir, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to London?

          The earliest bus departs from Reading to London at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to London?

          A bus journey from Reading to London produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Reading to London?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Reading RailAir, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 92 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Reading to London?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Reading to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Reading RailAir, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reading to London?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Reading RailAir, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        29/11
        £10
        30/11
        £10
        Today
        £9
        02/12
        £9
        03/12
        £9
        04/12
        £9
        05/12
        £9
        06/12
        £10
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to London was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to London as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £9 to £26 for a bus ticket from Reading to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-03.

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