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Reading to London by bus
The journey from Reading to London by bus is 38.08 mi and takes 1 hr 13 mins. There are 225 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:40 and the last at 23:03. It is possible to travel from Reading to London by bus for as little as £6.56 or as much as £36.13. The best price for this journey is £6.56.
| Lowest Price | £6.56 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 13 mins |
| Connection per Day | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir 225 |
| Lowest Price | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir £6.56 |
| Highest Price | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir £36.13 |
| First Departure | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir 02:40 |
| Last Departure | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir 23:03 |
| Distance | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir 38.08 mi |
| Departure | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir Reading |
| Arrival | Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir London |
| Carriers | Reading RailAir, National Express Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus, RailAir |
Reading to London Bus Times
Compare prices and tickets from Reading to London
Best time to book Reading to London travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Find the best day to travel to London by bus
When travelling to London by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Reading RailAir, National Express and FlixBus from Reading to London
Compare services on board when travelling from Reading to London by bus.
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Reading to London CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
4.29kg
Bus
4.6kg
Flight
12.26kg
Car
9.8kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Reading to London?
A bus ticket from Reading to London is £24.38. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £6.56.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Reading to London is £6.56. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Reading and London by bus?
Reading to London is 38.08 mi.
How long does the bus between Reading and London take?
Reading to London is on average 1 hr 13 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 42 mins.
Which companies operate from Reading to London?
The bus journey from Reading to London is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Reading RailAir, National Express, FlixBus and RailAir.
How many bus connections per day go from Reading to London?
Reading to London has 225 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Reading to London leave?
The earliest bus from Reading to London departs at 02:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Reading to London depart?
The latest bus from Reading to London departs at 23:03. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Reading to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £6.56 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Reading to London?
There are on average 199 direct connection(s) from Reading to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Reading to London by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Reading and London is 0 hrs 42 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Reading to London?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Reading and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Reading to London by bus?
The bus journey from Reading to London creates 4.6kg of CO2 emissions.