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The cheapest and fastest buses from Reading to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 27

Cheapest price

$47

Average price

$53

Fastest journey

2 h 17 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Buses per day

31

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Reading to London will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Reading to London without transferring at least once.

National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
03:05PM3h20
Reading, Blagrave Street
06:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
12:25PM2h55
Reading, Blagrave Street
03:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$481One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX035
03:40AM2h40
Reading, Blagrave Street
06:20AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
10:25AM2h45
Reading, Blagrave Street
01:10PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$501One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
06:31PM2h49
Reading, Blagrave Street
09:20PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$501One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Reading to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 €15, and a bus costs an average of €30.

Distance: 36 miles (59 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€40

Average price

€26

Average price

Cheapest

2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Reading to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
05:50AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:40AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20AM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:57AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h23
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:57AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
2h33
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:04AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h46
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:22AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
2h58
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:25AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:27AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h23
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:41AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
3h09
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:57AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
2h33
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:21AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
3h09
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:25AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:27AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
2h53
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:57AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
3h23
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:44AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h46
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:57AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
2h53
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:23AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
3h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:26AM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
3h04
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:56AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:03AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:05AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:43AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:56AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:23PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h57
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:26PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:56PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
3h24
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:03PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
3h17
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:05PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:43PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:45PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:56PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:23PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
3h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:25PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:26PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
3h04
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:56PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:03PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:05PM
Arrival Time
06:25PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:43PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:44PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
2h46
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:56PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:23PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
3h07
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:26PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
3h04
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:26PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:43PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h52
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:49PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h31
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:56PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h39
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:26PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h54
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:31PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h49
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:56PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h44
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:01PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
2h39
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20PM
Arrival Time
09:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:31PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
3h19
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:23PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h27
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:26PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h24
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:03PM
Arrival Time
11:20PM
Duration
2h17
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:03PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:03PM
Arrival Time
01:50AM
Duration
2h47
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$54

Live departures

Reading to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to London buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:53 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressRRRA1 · NX030
Delayed
10:25 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
10:25 AM 3:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX035
Delayed
10:25 AM 3:40 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h40
9:02 AM 9:02 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
Delayed
10:25 AM 4:20 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h30
6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
10:25 AM 5:25 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h45
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX035
Delayed
10:25 AM 5:55 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h55
9:02 AM 9:02 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
Delayed
10:25 AM 5:55 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h55
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
10:25 AM 6:25 AMReading, Blagrave Street
3h05
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
Delayed
10:25 AM 7:22 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h58
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX035
Delayed
10:25 AM 7:41 AMReading, Blagrave Street
3h09
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
10:25 AM 8:21 AMReading, Blagrave Street
3h09
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
Delayed
10:25 AM 9:05 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h45
11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
Delayed
10:25 AM 9:45 AMReading, Blagrave Street
2h45
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
On time
10:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
1:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
On time
12:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h55
3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX030
On time
1:05 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
1:45 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
2:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h05
5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
On time
3:05 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h20
6:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
3:44 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h46
6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX030
On time
4:20 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h00
7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
5:00 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
7:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
5:43 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h52
8:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX032
On time
6:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h49
9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
7:01 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h39
9:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX030
On time
7:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h19
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
7:31 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h19
10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX035
On time
9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h17
11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
10:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX025
On time
11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
1:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station
1 transfer
Thursday, November 27
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0303:20 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0253:20 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0353:40 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0324:20 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0255:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
8:10 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0355:55 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h55
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0325:55 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h55
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0256:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h05
9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0327:22 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h58
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0357:41 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h09
10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0258:21 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
3h09
11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0329:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer
national_expressRRRA1 · NX0259:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street
2h45
12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading to London

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Buses from Reading to London run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 25m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $18 (€15)
Distance
36 miles (59 km)
Average bus duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$37 (€30)
Buses per day
31
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:58
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $18 (€15)

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Reading to LondonYou can travel by bus between Reading to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $18 (€15). 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
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
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
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
$46 (€37)
National Express frequency
23 a day
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
$39 (€31)
Megabus frequency
28 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.

Buses from Reading to London

National Express offers a fast and frequent direct bus service from Reading in Berkshire to London Victoria bus Station.  Services depart from the National Express stop, which is located five miles outside the city center. All services also make an earlier stop at London Earls Court. 

Which bus companies travel from Reading to London?

Buses from Reading to London Victoria are operated by National Express Coaches. National Express is the UK’s leading bus carrier. All National Express buses to London terminate at London Victoria bus station, including all services from Reading.

How long is the bus from Reading to London?

The journey time for direct bus services from Reading to London Victoria varies from just one hour and ten minutes to up to two hours for the morning rush hour service.  Most of the services, however, take approximately one and a half hours. buses from Reading to London Victoria also stop at London Earls Court, arriving there around one hour after departing from Reading.

How many buses are there from Reading to London?

From Monday to Thursday, there are 11 direct bus services per day from Reading to London, the first departing at 7:00 a.m. and the last shortly before 8:00 p.m. These same services operate over the weekend, but on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, there is an additional service that departs Reading late in the evening, arriving in London in the early hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Reading to London?

Departure bus station: National Express buses depart from the Reading Coachway stop, which is located five miles outside of the city center, close to junction 12 of the M4.  The bus stop can be reached via local bus services from Reading town centre or by taxi. The journey time by local bus to the Reading National Express Stop is around 20 minutes. The weekend midnight service departs from Mereoak Park and Ride, which is situated close to junction 11 of the M4.

Arrival bus station:  All buses from Reading terminate at London Victoria bus Station, the city’s main bus terminus located to the southwest of Central London. The bus station is a short walk from Victoria Overground and Underground station and from here it’s possible to reach much of London via tube, bus or train.

FAQs: Bus from Reading to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Reading to London can start from as little as $13 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Reading to London is $46 (€38); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to London from Reading is on average 57 min   for the 36 mile (58 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Reading to London by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Reading to London leaves at 4: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Reading to London leaves at 11: 09PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Reading to London without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 12 direct buses from Reading to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from Reading to London you can take a bus with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services to London from Reading on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Reading, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Reading, Blagrave Street, Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE) and Reading, Christchurch Green / Redlands Road (University of Reading). When arriving in London, you can end your route in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Reading, Blagrave Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (252 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to London from Reading is worth doing with a journey time of 57 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Reading to London is October.
You have options as you can travel between Reading and London 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Reading to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Reading to London for bus providers National Express and FlixBus.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in London are:
  • The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
  • The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
  • Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
  • St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
The best things to do in London include:
  • The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
  • West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
  • Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
  • Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
  • Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers National Express and FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Reading to London depends on the bus providers:
  • 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Reading to London, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Reading to London.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Reading to London:
    • 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 Reading to London:
    • 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 Reading to London. The following conditions apply:
    • FlixBus
      • Small pets in carriers allowed
      • Guide dogs travel for free.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Reading to London with the following bus companies: National Express and FlixBus
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Reading to London with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Reading to London with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

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    Popular bus stations from Reading to London

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    The major bus station for departures in Reading is Reading, Blagrave Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading, Blagrave Street for your trip from Reading to London.
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    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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