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Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Reading

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

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Sunday

$23

Monday

$15

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Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 0m	3:20 AM	Leicester	Fosse Park	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/15/2026 3:20:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/15/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
FlixBus	6h 20m	9:05 AM	Leicester	Fosse Park	3:25 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/15/2026 9:05:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/15/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	5h 30m	2:50 PM	Leicester	Fosse Park	8:20 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/15/2026 2:50:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/15/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	6h 55m	8:30 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	3:25 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/15/2026 8:30:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/15/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
FlixBus	5h 50m	2:30 PM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	8:20 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/15/2026 2:30:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/15/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 0m	3:20 AM	Leicester	Fosse Park	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 3:20:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
FlixBus	6h 20m	9:05 AM	Leicester	Fosse Park	3:25 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 9:05:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	5h 30m	2:50 PM	Leicester	Fosse Park	8:20 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 2:50:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 8:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
FlixBus	5h 40m	7:45 PM	Leicester	Fosse Park	1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 7:45:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/17/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	6h 55m	8:30 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	3:25 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 8:30:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leicester to Reading is $15 on 3/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Leicester to Reading. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Leicester and Reading.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 5 buses from Leicester to Reading, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Reading, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leicester to Reading

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Leicester to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Reading starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	5h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:20 AM
Latest Bus	7:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	81.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leicester to Reading

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Leicester for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/13/2026 and for the following days.

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Saturday

Sunday 03/08

Monday 03/09

Tuesday 03/10

Wednesday 03/11

Thursday 03/12

Friday 03/13

Saturday 03/14

Sunday 03/15

$23

Monday 03/16

$15

Tuesday 03/17

Wednesday 03/18

Thursday 03/19

Friday 03/20

Saturday 03/21

Sunday 03/22

$19

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

Wednesday 03/25

Thursday 03/26

$17

Friday 03/27

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

Wednesday 04/01

$21

Thursday 04/02

$22

Friday 04/03

Saturday 04/04

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Reading, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $15, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leicester to Reading. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Reading, with $15. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $15.

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

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Reading

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

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Reading

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

FAQs about the Leicester to Reading bus

How much does a Leicester Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 6h 0m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $26. 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 Leicester to Reading each day?

Every day, the Leicester 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 Leicester to Reading take?

The fastest bus from Leicester to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $26. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Leicester starts at 3:20 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 Leicester to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Leicester for Reading starts at 7:45 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 Leicester Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Leicester 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 Leicester and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Reading on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Leicester and to Reading

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leicester and to Reading. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!