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Compare all timetables for the bus from Birmingham to Reading

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Reading from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $24
tomorrow
from $23
Friday
from $32
Saturday
from $21
Sunday
from $23
Monday
from $16
Tuesday
from $18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    8:45 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    2:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    9:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    8:45 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    1:15 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    1:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    9:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    5:10 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $33
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    3:15 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    8:45 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Reading via Coventry, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 50m
      0
      2:30 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      3:05 AM
      Coventry
      Trinity St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      6h 10m
      0
      3:10 AM
      Coventry
      Trinity St
      9:20 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $22
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    9:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    8:45 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    4:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    9:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    1:15 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 25m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    3:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    9:20 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    2:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    8:45 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    3:15 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    8:15 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $18
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    10:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    1:15 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $26
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    2:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $30
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    7:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $33

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 30 daily buses from Birmingham to Reading. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Birmingham and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 70 buses from Birmingham to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Reading, with 24 offers.

Facts about the bus from Birmingham to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 29 times every day by bus from Birmingham to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 3h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 29 Ø
Distance 81.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Birmingham to Reading

Every day, 29 buses from 2 bus companies leave Birmingham for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/28/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
$24
Thursday 05/29
$23
Friday 05/30
$32
Saturday 05/31
$21
Sunday 06/01
$27
Monday 06/02
$19
Tuesday 06/03
$18
Wednesday 06/04
$69
Thursday 06/05
$69
Friday 06/06
$15
Saturday 06/07
Sunday 06/08
$32
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
$49
Wednesday 06/11
$16
Thursday 06/12
Friday 06/13
$25
Saturday 06/14
Sunday 06/15
$49
Monday 06/16
$64
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
$28
Thursday 06/19
$33
Friday 06/20
$23
Saturday 06/21

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Birmingham to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Reading, with $16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Birmingham to Reading in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Birmingham to Reading, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Birmingham to Reading are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Birmingham to Reading

These are the most booked bus companies between Birmingham to Reading from our users.

National Express from Birmingham to Reading

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Reading:

Cheapest Price $18
Fastest Bus 3h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Last Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Connections 26 Ø
Found on 5/27/2025

FlixBus from Birmingham to Reading

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Birmingham to Reading:

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 5h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:25 AM
Last Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 5/27/2025

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Reading

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Birmingham and Reading.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Birmingham to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham to Reading? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Birmingham to Reading bus

How much does a Birmingham Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 6h 25m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Birmingham to Reading?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $94. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Reading.

On average, how many connections are available from Birmingham to Reading each day?

Every day, the Birmingham to Reading bus route is served by approximately 29 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Birmingham to Reading take?

The fastest bus from Birmingham to Reading is offered by National Express and takes 3h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $59. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Birmingham starts at 12:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Birmingham to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Birmingham for Reading starts at 11:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Birmingham Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Birmingham to Reading, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham and Reading by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Birmingham to Reading bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Birmingham Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham Reading bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Birmingham to Reading on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Birmingham to Reading

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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