Stansted to Reading Bus

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Stansted to Reading by bus

The journey from Stansted to Reading by bus is 58.87 mi and takes 5 hrs 21 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:00 and the last at 23:40. It is possible to travel from Stansted to Reading by bus for as little as £44.68 or as much as £44.68. The best price for this journey is £44.68.

Lowest Price	£44.68
Journey Duration	5 hrs 21 mins
Connection per Day	National Express 18
Lowest Price	National Express £44.68
Highest Price	National Express £44.68
First Departure	National Express 01:00
Last Departure	National Express 23:40
Distance	National Express 58.87 mi
Departure	National Express Stansted
Arrival	National Express Reading
Carriers	National Express National Express

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Stansted to Reading

The cheapest Stansted - Reading bus tickets can be found for as low as £20.31 if you’re lucky, or £37.65 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £49.57.

Find the best day to travel to Reading by bus

When travelling to Reading 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 National Express from Stansted to Reading

Compare services on board when travelling from Stansted to Reading by bus.

Facilities	National Express
Quiet zone
WiFi
Power sockets
Luggage
Accessibility
Food and drink
Air conditioning
Bicycle
Sleeper

Stansted to Reading CO2 Emissions by Bus

Train

6.63kg

Bus

7.11kg

Flight

18.95kg

Car

15.16kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Stansted to Reading?

A bus ticket from Stansted to Reading is £44.68. 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 £44.68.

What's the cheapest bus ticket from Stansted to Reading?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Stansted to Reading is £44.68. 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 Stansted and Reading by bus?

Stansted to Reading is 58.87 mi.

How long does the bus between Stansted and Reading take?

Stansted to Reading is on average 5 hrs 21 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 35 mins.

How many bus connections per day go from Stansted to Reading?

Stansted to Reading has 18 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first bus from Stansted to Reading leave?

The earliest bus from Stansted to Reading departs at 01:00. 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 Stansted to Reading depart?

The latest bus from Stansted to Reading departs at 23:40. 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 Stansted to Reading 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 £44.68 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Stansted to Reading by bus?

The fastest journey time by bus between Stansted and Reading is 4 hrs 35 mins.

Is there a direct bus from Stansted to Reading?

Yes, there is a direct bus between Stansted and Reading.

What are the CO2 emissions for Stansted to Reading by bus?

The bus journey from Stansted to Reading creates 7.11kg of CO2 emissions.

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