How much is the bus ticket from London to Reading?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Reading start from $13. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Reading?

The average bus trip duration from London to Reading is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 39 miles (63 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Reading RailAir .

Which bus companies service the London to Reading route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Reading RailAir , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from London to Reading at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from London to Reading generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from London to Reading?

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 93 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Reading?

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

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

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.

Bus London to Reading from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Reading on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 26m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	3h 55m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	3h 55m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 40m	5:10pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	4:50pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	4:50pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 30m	5:00pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	3h 55m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for London to Reading on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	1h 20m	9:20am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1h 15m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	4h 5m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	3h 55m	1:25am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

37 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $40	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $103	Average Duration53m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $12	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Reading?

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Stops in Reading

A
Mereoak P&R
Mereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
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B
Bath Road
Bath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK
C
Reading
25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers appreciate the easy-to-find location, friendly and helpful staff, and early arrivals. However, there are concerns about the air conditioning not working properly during hot weather.

National Express London Reading recent customer reviews

It was a pity that mostly due to heavy traffic the bus was a bit delayed. But little National Express can do about it.

Jacobus H.

March 9, 2020

It is definite that the national Express London . Victoria/ station office has NOT enough staff at the Ticket office < Horrible had to wait 90 minutes to get info about booking a ticket to Farnborugh. Finally at the counter The STAFF were VERY PLEASANT and POSITIVE but they cant HELP the LONG QUEQUE < and 90 minutes waiting. National Express ADMINISTRATION who want this assesment< should spend money for more staff , so that the queing will be a maximum os 10/15 minutes ONLY! It is simple for even the dummest manager to understand that it wrong to request an assesment before clearing the inconveniance to European and other foreign customers. Komprendo National !! Hipp Hipp Hooray ONLY for your Ticketing staff including the three men who were standing to help in the automated machines at London Victoria !!!

Saverimuttu C.

October 24, 2019

Overall was great however on the app it didn't say that my last leg of my journey was meant to take a ordinary bus, it actually said that it was a national express coach so I waited 45minutes until another customer overheard my frustration and told me he had the same trouble. Incrediably stupid and made me so late for an interview!!!

Von P.

October 8, 2019

Reading RailAir

4.5/593 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

Megabus UK

3.5/54,299 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Customers generally appreciate the service, noting that it is reliable and convenient. Many highlight the helpfulness of drivers and a smooth journey without delays. However, some mention that ticket prices are higher compared to other options like FlixBus. Overall, users find the travel experience satisfactory with minor concerns about seat comfort and cost.

Megabus London Reading recent customer reviews

It's a very peaceful journey and the bus schedule is same as written no delay seats are just okay okay but finally it was very good.

Monika B.

July 16, 2024

The service was good in general

John C.

June 26, 2024

Delayed departure

Venkat Rao K.

May 21, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Reading by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from London to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Reading start from $13. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Reading?
The average bus trip duration from London to Reading is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 39 miles (63 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Reading RailAir.
Which bus companies service the London to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Reading RailAir, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from London to Reading at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Reading?
A bus trip from London to Reading generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from London to Reading?
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 93 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Reading?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Reading RailAir, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Reading?
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

01/05

$11

01/06

$13

Today

$11

01/08

$11

01/09

$11

01/10

$11

01/11

$11

01/12

$11

The cheapest trip from London to Reading was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $25 for a bus ticket from London to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.