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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Reading

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Reading from various bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or Badgerline for the next days.

today
$17
tomorrow
$13
Tuesday
$28
Wednesday
$10
Thursday
$26
Friday
$25
Saturday
$14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 30m 7:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $17
FlixBus 1h 45m 12:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $21
FlixBus 1h 30m 12:30 PM Bristol Coldharbour Lane 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $21
National Express 4h 50m 5:30 AM Bristol Coach Station 10:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $36
National Express 4h 50m 12:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 45m 12:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 30m 12:30 PM Bristol Coldharbour Lane 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 35m 3:05 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $14
National Express 5h 10m 5:10 AM Bristol Coach Station 10:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
National Express 3h 31m 7:54 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 30m 5:15 AM Bristol Coach Station 10:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 5h 25m 6:40 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 3h 31m 9:34 AM Bristol Coach Station 1:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 3h 34m 1:21 PM Bristol Coach Station 4:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 4h 50m 10:00 AM Bristol Coach Station 2:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Reading via Newport (Wales), you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      12:45 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:35 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      3:50 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 0h 26m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 35m 3:05 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $10
FlixBus 1h 45m 12:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $10
FlixBus 1h 30m 7:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $10
National Express 4h 50m 10:00 AM Bristol Coach Station 2:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $22
National Express 5h 20m 2:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 6:40 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $26
National Express 3h 31m 9:34 AM Bristol Coach Station 1:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 3h 34m 1:21 PM Bristol Coach Station 4:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 5h 30m 5:15 AM Bristol Coach Station 10:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $29
National Express 5h 20m 2:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Reading via Newport (Wales), you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      12:45 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      1:35 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Newport (Wales)
      Queensway
      3:50 PM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 0h 26m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 30m 7:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $25
FlixBus 1h 45m 12:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
FlixBus 1h 30m 12:30 PM Bristol Coldharbour Lane 2:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
National Express 3h 31m 7:54 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
National Express 3h 26m 10:49 AM Bristol Coach Station 2:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 30m 7:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $14
FlixBus 1h 35m 3:05 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:40 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $21
National Express 3h 31m 7:54 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
National Express 3h 27m 10:48 AM Bristol Coach Station 2:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
National Express 3h 42m 2:08 PM Bristol Coach Station 5:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Reading is $7 on 1/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Bristol to Reading. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Bristol and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 53 buses from Bristol to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Reading, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and Badgerline that travel 17 times every day by bus from Bristol to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Reading starting from $7!

Cheapest Bus $7
Fastest Bus 1h 30m
Earliest Bus 5:30 AM
Latest Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 69.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express, FlixBus and Badgerline

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Reading

Every day, 17 buses from 3 bus companies leave Bristol for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
$17
Monday 12/15
$13
Tuesday 12/16
$29
Wednesday 12/17
$22
Thursday 12/18
$31
Friday 12/19
$25
Saturday 12/20
$14
Sunday 12/21
$38
Monday 12/22
$20
Tuesday 12/23
$35
Wednesday 12/24
$24
Thursday 12/25
$23
Friday 12/26
$20
Saturday 12/27
$20
Sunday 12/28
$20
Monday 12/29
$20
Tuesday 12/30
$30
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
$41
Friday 01/02
$15
Saturday 01/03
$13
Sunday 01/04
$30
Monday 01/05
$12
Tuesday 01/06
$18
Wednesday 01/07
$18
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$7
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $7, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Reading. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Reading, with $7. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $22.

How to save money travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Reading are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bristol to Reading

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

Badgerline from Bristol to Reading

Badgerline

Here you will find the key facts about the Badgerline bus route Bristol to Reading:

Cheapest Price $46
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Bus 8:05 AM
Last Bus 2:08 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 12/14/2025

FlixBus from Bristol to Reading

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $10
Fastest Bus 1h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:15 PM
Last Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 12/14/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Reading

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol 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 Bristol to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Reading

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

FAQs about the Bristol to Reading bus

How much does a Bristol Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $7 and takes 1h 35m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $7 and $46. 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 Bristol to Reading each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Reading bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bristol to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Bristol starts at 5:30 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 Bristol to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Reading starts at 7:15 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 Bristol Reading route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol 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, FlixBus and Badgerline.

What can I take with me on the Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bristol to Reading?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 17 daily trips between Bristol and Reading. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bristol to Reading?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between Bristol and Reading change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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