How to travel from Leeds to Reading

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Travel Information to Reading from Leeds

distanceDistance163 miles (263 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$15 - $48
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $15 (€13) • 6 h 25 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $48 (€42) • 3 h 11 min
carriersPopular travel companiesMegabus or East Coast

Travel 163 miles (263 km) by train or bus to Reading from Leeds. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Megabus or East Coast among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Leeds to Reading.

Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Reading

Train
Bus
Cheapest price 56 14Cheapest
Average price 127 36Cheapest
Average duration3h 22m6h 25m
Direct Options
First departure12:53 AM12:15 AM
Last departure10:19 PM11:55 PM
No. of daily departures67
Companies
  • Cross Country
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Hull Trains
  • FlixBus
  • National Express
  • Megabus

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from Leeds to Reading

How to get from Leeds to Reading by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation
bus

The best way to travel from Leeds to Reading is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Megabus
06:55AM8h40
Leeds
03:35PMReading
$141One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Megabus
06:55AM8h40
Leeds
03:35PMReading
$141One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Megabus
01:00AM6h25
Leeds
07:25AMReading
$291One-way
0 transfers

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You can travel by train or bus for as low as $12 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Leeds to Reading travel information with East Coast:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 11 min
  • Cheapest Price: $60
  • East Coast frequency: 50 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Leeds to Reading travel information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $12

FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Reading

FAQs: Travel to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Reading.
FAQs

You can get between Leeds and Reading 2 different ways: train or bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Reading is a bus with an average price of $15 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Reading:

A bus is $33 (€29) less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Leeds to Reading costing on average $48 (€42).

The fastest way from Leeds to Reading is by train with an average journey time of 3 h 11 min.

There are alternative travel options to Reading that take longer:

Getting to Reading by bus takes 6 h 25 min on average.

The distance is approximately 163 miles (263 km) from Leeds to Reading.

The average frequency per day from Leeds to Reading is:

  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 25 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Reading from Leeds as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Leeds to Reading:

  • Most travelers catch their bus from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE).

The following travel companies offer services from Leeds to Reading:

  • Travel with Megabus, FlixBus or National Express for buses to Reading. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Megabus Leeds to Reading tickets on Omio for $15 (€13).
  • East Coast, CrossCountry or First Hull Trains can take you to Reading by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for East Coast from Leeds to Reading for $48 (€42).

Yes, there are direct routes from Leeds to Reading with the following travel companies:

  • You'll find 1 direct bus a day to Reading with Megabus.

Direct services to Reading tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

Looking to extend your trip from Leeds to Reading? Many Omio customers who go from Leeds to Reading usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like London, Longford, Manchester, Oxford or Birmingham. If you're looking to explore London, Longford, Manchester, Oxford or Birmingham from Reading, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.

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