Bus from Reading to London: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Reading to London on 12 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
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

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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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
60 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 186 - R 562Average duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e
Average priceR 463 - R 1 798Average duration54m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 101 - R 156Average duration1h 50m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to London by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Reading to London start at R 186. The average price for this route is around R 250. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 30m, covering a distance of 59 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Reading RailAir.

  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 trip from Reading to London produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What 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 94 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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
09/02
R 179
10/02
R 179
Today
R 178
12/02
R 178
13/02
R 198
14/02
R 198
15/02
R 198
16/02
R 199
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to London was searched and found on 11 Feb 2026 with a price of R 178

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 R 178 to R 693 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 R 178, which is on 2026-02-12.

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