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Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Reading

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

today
tomorrow
$47
Wednesday
Thursday
$47
Friday
Saturday
$56
Sunday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 14h 10m 11:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $47
FlixBus 18h 6m 7:19 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $52
FlixBus 18h 0m 7:25 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $52
FlixBus 18h 10m 7:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $53
FlixBus 12h 35m 8:45 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Reading via Sheffield, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 20m
      0
      9:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      3:20 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      7h 55m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sheffield
      Bus Station
      1:25 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 3h 45m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 14h 10m 11:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $47
FlixBus 15h 45m 11:40 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 3:25 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $59
FlixBus 18h 6m 7:19 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $63
FlixBus 18h 0m 7:25 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $63
FlixBus 18h 10m 7:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $64
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Reading via Sheffield, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 20m
      0
      9:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      3:20 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      7h 55m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sheffield
      Bus Station
      1:25 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 14h 10m 11:15 AM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $56
FlixBus 12h 35m 8:45 PM Edinburgh St Andrew Square 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $78
FlixBus 17h 27m 7:58 AM Edinburgh Haymarket Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $82
FlixBus 17h 35m 7:50 AM Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $84
FlixBus 17h 32m 7:53 AM Edinburgh Princes Street 1:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $84
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Reading via Sheffield, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 20m
      0
      9:05 AM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      3:20 PM
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      7h 55m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sheffield
      Bus Station
      1:25 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 3h 45m longer, but you will save $16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Reading is $39 on 2/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Edinburgh to Reading. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Edinburgh to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Reading, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Reading

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Reading starting from $39!

Cheapest Bus $39
Fastest Bus 12h 35m
Earliest Bus 7:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 323.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Reading

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
$53
Tuesday 01/27
$47
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
$47
Friday 01/30
Saturday 01/31
$64
Sunday 02/01
$59
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
$39
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
Sunday 02/08
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
Saturday 02/14
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $39, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Reading. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $56.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Reading, with $47. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

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

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Reading

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

FlixBus from Edinburgh to Reading

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $47
Fastest Bus 12h 35m
Earliest Bus 7:15 AM
Last Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 1/22/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Reading

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Reading

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Reading bus

How much does a Edinburgh Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $39 and takes 14h 10m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $39 and $105. 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 Edinburgh to Reading each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Reading bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 35m. 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 Edinburgh to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Edinburgh starts at 7:15 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 Edinburgh to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Reading starts at 11:40 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 Edinburgh Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Reading, passengers can travel with 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 Edinburgh and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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: FlixBus.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh 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 7 daily trips between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Reading?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Reading

Economy
Economy

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

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