The cheapest and fastest buses from High Wycombe to Reading
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from High Wycombe to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from High Wycombe to Reading will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 2 buses that leave High Wycombe for Reading on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:18 AM1h52High Wycombe5:10 AMReading$551One-way0 transfers
4:18 AM1h52High Wycombe6:10 AMReading$561One-way0 transfers
4:18 AM1h52High Wycombe6:10 AMReading$561One-way0 transfers
3:18 AM1h52High Wycombe5:10 AMReading$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for High Wycombe to Reading
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from High Wycombe to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from High Wycombe to Reading:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from High Wycombe to Reading costing on average $54 (€45).
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 16m.
You'll arrive about -1h -36m sooner (1h 16m by bus vs 40m by car) and save roughly $-46.67 (€-38.26) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€45) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Carousel Buses.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
High Wycombe to Reading Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:18AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:18AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:13PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
High Wycombe to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for High Wycombe to Reading buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 PM High Wycombe | 2h12 | 6:25 PM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 3:18 AM High Wycombe | 1h52 | 5:10 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:18 AM High Wycombe | 1h52 | 6:10 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book High Wycombe to Reading buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Carousel Buses to find the best option for your trip from High Wycombe to Reading.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from High Wycombe to Reading.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from High Wycombe to Reading
Buses from High Wycombe to Reading run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 22:03. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 52m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 10:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Carousel Buses from High Wycombe to ReadingYou can travel by bus between High Wycombe to Reading with National Express, Carousel Buses for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from High Wycombe to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from High Wycombe to Reading by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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