Bus Tickets from Plymouth to Reading

TodayJul 31
from $38
TomorrowAug 1
from $29
SatAug 2
from $26
SunAug 3
from $32
MonAug 4
from $24
TueAug 5
from $34
WedAug 6
from $26
ThuAug 7
from $29

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Mereoak P&R
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Mereoak P&R
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Mereoak P&R
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Plymouth to Reading.

Bus
Average Price$18 - $74Average Duration8h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$56 - $349Average Duration3h 1m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average Price$33 - $42Average Duration4h
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Plymouth to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4hAverage Duration
$33Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Plymouth to Reading: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$46
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance155 miles (250 km)
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Plymouth to Reading Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Plymouth to Reading.

Bus service from Plymouth to Reading will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Reading from Plymouth, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Plymouth - Reading

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/29
$30
07/30
$22
Today
$27
08/01
$26
08/02
$23
08/03
$28
08/04
$21
08/05
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Reading was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $80 for a bus ticket from Plymouth to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-08-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Plymouth to Reading but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Plymouth to Reading, 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 Plymouth to Reading.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

Will you be returning to Plymouth by bus?

Bus from Plymouth to Reading

You can also go to Reading by train

Train from Plymouth to Reading

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