How much does a bus ticket from Bath to Reading cost?

The bus ticket price from Bath to Reading starts at US$10. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bath 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!

How long is the bus ride from Bath to Reading?

The average travel time between Bath and Reading is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 97 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bath and Reading?

The number of buses from Bath to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bath to Reading by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bath to Reading?

When taking the bus from Bath to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bath to Reading?

Buses travelling between Bath and Reading leave from Bath Bus Station or 3 London Rd and arrive at Mereoak P&R, Bath Road, Reading.

Bus Bath to Reading from US$10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bath to Reading on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Bath Bus Station	8h 45m	15:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
11:45	Bath Bus Station	8h 35m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
15:30	Bath Bus Station	9h 55m	01:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bath to Reading on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:40	Bath Bus Station	8h 45m	15:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
11:45	Bath Bus Station	8h 35m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
15:30	Bath Bus Station	9h 55m	01:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bath to Reading on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:35	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
12:35	3 London Rd	1h 40m	14:15	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
09:35	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags
06:40	Bath Bus Station	8h 45m	15:25	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
09:35	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures from Bath to Reading on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:05	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	16:55	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
11:20	3 London Rd	1h 45m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
11:15	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags
11:45	Bath Bus Station	8h 35m	20:20	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
11:15	Bath Bus Station	1h 50m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:14 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bath 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 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

97 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$10 - US$46	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$15 - US$16	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus Bath to Reading: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$21

Average bus trip duration1h 50m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure06:40

Distance96 km

Latest bus departure16:10

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, the drivers of this bus company are praised for being polite and helpful. However, there have been complaints about poor communication during cancellations and a lack of information during train strikes, resulting in stranded passengers. Some customers also mentioned difficulties finding the bus stop in Bath.

National Express Bath Reading recent customer reviews

The trip was great the only comment I would make was that the bus stop in bath was hard to find

Steve G.

19 July 2023

I waited from 20 minutes early at what I presume to be the correct bus stop near Morrisons on London Road and despite putting my arm out and then waving madly the bus went straight past me!!! I had to run into town to catch a train and had no faith that the bus would pick me up from Mere Oak so also returned by train. Please respond to this message with the official complaints procedure

Jacqueline C.

2 February 2023

Very bad weather conditions coming out of Bath. Driver accessed these. Good driver. Polite and helpful

Eileen F.

3 January 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 124 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Bath to Reading Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bath and Reading?

Stops in Bath

A - Bath Bus Station

B - 3 London Rd

C - Bath University

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bath - Reading

How much does a bus ticket from Bath to Reading cost?
The bus ticket price from Bath to Reading starts at US$10. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bath 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!
How long is the bus ride from Bath to Reading?
The average travel time between Bath and Reading is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 97 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bath and Reading?
The number of buses from Bath to Reading can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bath to Reading by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bath to Reading?
When taking the bus from Bath to Reading, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bath to Reading?
Buses travelling between Bath and Reading leave from Bath Bus Station or 3 London Rd and arrive at Mereoak P&R, Bath Road, Reading.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$21

30/10

US$23

Today

US$22

01/11

US$25

02/11

US$28

03/11

US$10

04/11

US$18

05/11

US$10

The cheapest trip from Bath to Reading was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$42 for a bus ticket from Bath to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bath and Reading!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bath to Reading, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bath to Reading will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bath to Reading.

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