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Compare all timetables for the bus from Canterbury to Reading

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Canterbury to Reading from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$32
Saturday
$30
Sunday
Monday
$28
Tuesday
Wednesday
$31

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 20m 10:50 AM Canterbury Bus Station 5:10 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $32
National Express 4h 50m 5:30 AM Canterbury Bus Station 10:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $34
National Express 6h 0m 2:15 PM Canterbury Bus Station 8:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $34
National Express 4h 30m 8:50 AM Canterbury Bus Station 1:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 3m
      0
      6:17 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      7:55 AM
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      9:20 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 1h 27m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 30m 7:35 AM Canterbury Bus Station 12:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
National Express 6h 0m 10:50 AM Canterbury Bus Station 4:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $32
National Express 4h 15m 9:00 AM Canterbury Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
National Express 4h 10m 6:10 AM Canterbury Bus Station 10:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $37
National Express 5h 50m 2:25 PM Canterbury Bus Station 8:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 42m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      7:45 AM
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      9:20 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 0h 28m shorter, and you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 50m 5:30 AM Canterbury Bus Station 10:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $28
National Express 5h 5m 7:00 AM Canterbury Bus Station 12:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $30
National Express 6h 10m 10:50 AM Canterbury Bus Station 5:00 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $32
National Express 6h 0m 2:15 PM Canterbury Bus Station 8:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $33
National Express 4h 25m 8:50 AM Canterbury Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 42m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      7:45 AM
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      9:20 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 0h 43m shorter, and you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 15m 5:30 AM Canterbury Bus Station 10:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $31
National Express 5h 45m 7:30 AM Canterbury Bus Station 1:15 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $33
National Express 4h 30m 10:20 AM Canterbury Bus Station 2:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $33
National Express 4h 35m 2:45 PM Canterbury Bus Station 7:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      3h 42m
      0
      5:38 AM
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      7:45 AM
      London
      New Cross Gate
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:00 AM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      9:20 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
    Travel Time is 0h 48m shorter, and you will save $10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Canterbury to Reading is $25 on 12/11/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Canterbury and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Canterbury and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Canterbury to Reading. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Canterbury and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 11 buses from Canterbury to Reading, while Night sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Reading, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Canterbury to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 4 times every day by bus from Canterbury to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Canterbury to Reading starting from $25!

Cheapest Bus $25
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:30 AM
Latest Bus 2:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 89.3 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Canterbury to Reading

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Canterbury for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$32
Saturday 12/06
$30
Sunday 12/07
Monday 12/08
$28
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
$31
Thursday 12/11
$25
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$40
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $28, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Canterbury to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Reading, with $25. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $33.

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

All bus stations and stops in Canterbury and Reading

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Canterbury to Reading

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

FAQs about the Canterbury to Reading bus

How much does a Canterbury Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $25 and takes 4h 50m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $25 and $37. 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 Canterbury to Reading each day?

Every day, the Canterbury to Reading bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Canterbury to Reading is offered by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Canterbury for Reading starts at 2:45 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 Canterbury Reading route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury 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.

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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