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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street | No tags | |||||
| Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street | No tags |
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We recommend carpoolingAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Reading to Birmingham: Trip Overview
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Reading to Birmingham Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Birmingham
How much does a bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham cost?
The bus ticket price from Reading to Birmingham starts at US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Reading to Birmingham 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 Reading to Birmingham?
The average travel time between Reading and Birmingham is around 5h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 131 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Reading and Birmingham?
The number of buses from Reading to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Reading to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Reading to Birmingham?
When taking the bus from Reading to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Birmingham?
Buses travelling between Reading and Birmingham leave from Mereoak P&R or Bath Road and arrive at Coach Station, Birmingham Airport, Bearwood.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Birmingham was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-11-04.
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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 Reading and Birmingham!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Reading to Birmingham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Reading to Birmingham.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reading to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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