London Heathrow Airport to Reading bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Reading

Showing times and prices for Apr 17

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$40

Fastest journey

44 m

Average duration

44 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

36 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reading will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Reading on Fri, Apr 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Apr 17 the direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 44 m .

On Fri, Apr 17 the slowest buses will take 44 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.

  • National Express
    11:21 AM0h44
    London Heathrow Airport
    12:05 PMReading
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    6:02 PM0h44
    London Heathrow Airport
    6:46 PMReading
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Reading

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $25.

Distance: 22 miles (36 km)

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Bus
Train

$39

Average price

Cheapest

$41

Average price

1h 21m

Average total duration

51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

44m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Elizabeth line

Most popular train company

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London Heathrow Airport to Reading Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:45AM
Arrival Time
05:10AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20AM
Arrival Time
05:40AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:10AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
05:41AM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
06:12AM
Duration
0h42
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
08:11AM
Duration
1h46
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:30AM
Arrival Time
07:15AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
08:11AM
Duration
1h26
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
08:42AM
Duration
1h22
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
08:11AM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
09:12AM
Duration
1h22
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
09:42AM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:46AM
Duration
0h46
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:21AM
Arrival Time
09:06AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:12AM
Duration
0h42
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:31AM
Arrival Time
09:12AM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:41AM
Arrival Time
09:25AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
10:13AM
Duration
1h23
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
09:43AM
Duration
0h43
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:01AM
Arrival Time
09:45AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:20AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:21AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:31AM
Arrival Time
10:13AM
Duration
0h42
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:01AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:31AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:40AM
Arrival Time
12:17PM
Duration
1h37
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:41AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
12:47PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
12:47PM
Duration
1h37
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:21AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:22AM
Arrival Time
12:07PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:32AM
Arrival Time
12:17PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
01:17PM
Duration
1h27
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:47PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:01PM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:02PM
Arrival Time
12:47PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
02:17PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:32PM
Arrival Time
01:17PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:42PM
Arrival Time
01:26PM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
02:46PM
Duration
1h46
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:02PM
Arrival Time
01:47PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:22PM
Arrival Time
02:06PM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:32PM
Arrival Time
02:17PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
03:16PM
Duration
1h36
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:28PM
Duration
1h28
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:02PM
Arrival Time
02:47PM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:05PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:32PM
Arrival Time
03:16PM
Duration
0h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:35PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:42PM
Arrival Time
03:28PM
Duration
0h46
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:02PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
0h43
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:22PM
Arrival Time
04:09PM
Duration
0h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:32PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
0h43
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:31PM
Duration
1h31
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:02PM
Arrival Time
04:49PM
Duration
0h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:32PM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
0h43
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:35PM
Arrival Time
06:14PM
Duration
1h39
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:42PM
Arrival Time
05:31PM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:46PM
Duration
1h46
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:05PM
Arrival Time
06:43PM
Duration
1h38
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:22PM
Arrival Time
06:09PM
Duration
0h47
Departure days
Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:32PM
Arrival Time
06:14PM
Duration
0h42
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:35PM
Arrival Time
07:13PM
Duration
1h38
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
07:13PM
Duration
1h33
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:02PM
Arrival Time
06:43PM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
08:11PM
Duration
2h01
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:20PM
Arrival Time
08:02PM
Duration
1h42
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:27PM
Arrival Time
07:09PM
Duration
0h42
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:32PM
Arrival Time
07:13PM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:42PM
Arrival Time
07:25PM
Duration
0h43
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:57PM
Arrival Time
07:38PM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
08:41PM
Duration
1h41
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
08:47PM
Duration
1h37
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:22PM
Arrival Time
08:02PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:27PM
Arrival Time
08:08PM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:31PM
Arrival Time
08:11PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
09:17PM
Duration
1h22
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:57PM
Arrival Time
08:38PM
Duration
0h41
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:41PM
Duration
1h41
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:01PM
Arrival Time
08:41PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:07PM
Arrival Time
08:47PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:27PM
Arrival Time
09:07PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:31PM
Arrival Time
09:11PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:37PM
Arrival Time
09:17PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:40PM
Arrival Time
10:11PM
Duration
1h31
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:57PM
Arrival Time
09:37PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
10:41PM
Duration
1h41
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:01PM
Arrival Time
09:41PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:07PM
Arrival Time
09:47PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:25PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:27PM
Arrival Time
10:07PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:31PM
Arrival Time
10:11PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:36PM
Arrival Time
10:16PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:50PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$73
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:56PM
Arrival Time
10:36PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:01PM
Arrival Time
10:41PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:06PM
Arrival Time
10:46PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$67
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:35PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:45PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:35PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$39

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Reading bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Reading buses for today, Thursday, April 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 3:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h41
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
Delayed
10:40 AM 3:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h42
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 4:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h41
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 4:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h42
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 5:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h42
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
Delayed
10:40 AM 5:10 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h37
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX727 · RRRA1
Delayed
1:55 PM 5:25 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h52
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 5:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h45
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 6:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h47
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
Delayed
6:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h26
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
6:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
8:06 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
Delayed
10:40 AM 6:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
8:06 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 6:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h47
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
6:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h30
8:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 7:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h46
8:05 AM 8:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 7:21 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h45
8:06 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX727 · RRRA1
Delayed
1:55 PM 7:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h25
9:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 7:41 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
8:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
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national_expressRRRA1
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8:49 AM 8:01 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
8:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
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national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
Delayed
10:40 AM 8:10 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h35
9:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
Delayed
8:49 AM 8:21 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
9:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
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national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h25
10:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
9:01 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
9:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX727 · RRRA1
Delayed
1:55 PM 9:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h25
11:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
9:41 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
10:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
10:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h45
11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
10:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h45
11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · RRRA1
On time
10:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1h35
11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
10:21 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
11:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
11:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h26
12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
On time
11:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h26
12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
11:01 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX230 · RRRA1
On time
11:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
1:06 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
11:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
1:06 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX030 · RRRA1
Delayed
3:20 PM 11:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
1:06 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
11:42 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
12:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h47
1:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
12:22 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
1:06 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h28
2:28 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
On time
1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h28
2:28 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
1:02 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h45
1:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
1:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h04
3:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX240 · RRRA1
On time
1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1h59
3:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
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1:42 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h46
2:28 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
On time
2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h39
3:49 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
2:22 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h47
3:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h31
4:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
On time
3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h31
4:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
3:02 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h47
3:49 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX727 · RRRA1
On time
3:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h34
5:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
3:42 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h49
4:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
On time
4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h46
5:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
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4:22 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h47
5:09 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX200 · RRRA1
On time
4:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h50
6:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · RRRA1
On time
4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
1h45
6:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
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5:02 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h44
5:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
5:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h42
7:02 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · RRRA1
On time
5:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h42
7:02 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
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5:42 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h43
6:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
6:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h37
7:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
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6:22 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
7:02 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
6:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h22
8:17 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · RRRA1
On time
7:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h47
8:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
On time
7:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h47
8:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
7:07 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
7:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
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7:37 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
8:17 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · RRRA1
On time
7:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h36
9:16 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
8:07 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
8:47 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · RRRA1
On time
8:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h21
9:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
8:36 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
9:16 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX035 · RRRA1
On time
8:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h25
10:15 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressNX032 · RRRA1
On time
8:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h25
10:15 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
9:06 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
9:46 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressRRRA1
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9:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
10:15 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX030 · RRRA1
On time
9:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
1h30
11:15 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1
On time
10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
0h40
11:15 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
0 transfersDirect

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National Express as well as Megabus, FlixBus, RailAir and more offer buses services from London Heathrow Airport to Reading.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Reading run on average 70 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.

There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
22 miles (36 km)
Average bus duration
51m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€11)
Buses per day
70
Direct buses
26
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
12:50 AM
Last bus
10:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, RailAir from London Heathrow Airport to ReadingYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Reading with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, RailAir for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€31)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Megabus frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

RailAir

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€32)
RailAir frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Reading can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Reading is $39 (€31) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading is 35m to travel the 22 miles (36 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading leaves at 12:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading leaves at 10:35 PM.
Yes, there are 26 direct buses a day from London Heathrow Airport to Reading with National Express, Megabus, RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, RailAir for the best way to get you to Reading. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Reading and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Reading from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Reading including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading for bus company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reading depends on the bus companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reading:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Reading:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Reading with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Since neither London Heathrow Airport nor Reading are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London Heathrow Airport to Reading among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Reading, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Common scams include overcharging by taxis and unofficial tour guides. Staying vigilant in busy spots and using licensed services helps ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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