- Must visit
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Victorian villa museum with local history, archaeology, and rotating exhibitions in one of Bournemouth’s most important heritage buildings.
Cheapest price
CHF71
Average price
CHF74
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reading to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bournemouth will cost around CHF74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF71.
It's difficult to get from Reading to Bournemouth without transferring at least once.
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RRRA1 · NX035Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF6, and a bus costs an average of CHF10.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF50 Average price | CHF22 Average price Cheapest | CHF22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Bournemouth:
A train is CHF28 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Bournemouth costing on average CHF50.
Other travel options to Bournemouth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 2m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). 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 {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 10:27AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator South Western Railway | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 11:34AM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:44AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 09:52AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:03AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:23PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:03PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:23PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h16 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:01PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h04 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:31PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h04 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:33PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 3h22 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:03PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:03PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF71 |
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bournemouth buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RRRA1 · NX035 | 11:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h30 | 2:35 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 12:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h40 | 4:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 2:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h55 | 6:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 4:20 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h35 | 7:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 5:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h37 | 9:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 7:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h04 | 10:35 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h22 | 12:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 10:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h42 | 1:45 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h02 | 3:05 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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RRRA1 · NX035 | 5:55 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h35 | 9:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 8:21 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h14 | 11:35 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX035 | 10:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h40 | 2:05 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Reading to Bournemouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF10 but you can travel from only CHF6 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:38. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF10 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 43m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:38 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bournemouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bournemouth trip today.
Victorian villa museum with local history, archaeology, and rotating exhibitions in one of Bournemouth’s most important heritage buildings.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Christchurch history, archaeology, and community life in a characterful period setting.
Specialist aviation museum at Bournemouth Airport displaying historic aircraft, cockpits, and memorabilia for enthusiasts and families.
Long sandy beach and promenade area at the resort’s core, ideal for classic seaside walks, sunsets, and easy access to the pier.
Victorian gardens running through the town center, popular for strolling, seasonal events, and a green link from square to sea.
Clifftop and chine with woodland paths descending to a quieter beach, loved for views and a more local atmosphere.
Fresh crab landed on the Dorset coast, often served simply in salads or sandwiches. It is prized locally for its sweet flavour and seaside freshness.
A traditional Dorset blue cheese with a crumbly texture and strong savoury taste. It reflects the county’s long farmhouse cheesemaking heritage.
Classic fish and chips made with fresh south coast fish. It is a staple British seaside meal strongly associated with Bournemouth beach outings.
Casual Bournemouth institution famous for hearty fish and chips close to the beach, ideal for a classic seaside meal.
Refined seafood-focused fine dining in a stylish setting near the coast, known for tasting menus and polished service.
Busy traditional seafood spot by the seafront, popular for fish and chips, shellfish, and relaxed coastal dining.
Moderate for a UK seaside town: hotels peak in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if not already added. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but spare change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Reading to Bournemouth buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Bournemouth, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Bournemouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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