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Facts about the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express, The Airline (Oxford Bus Company) and FlixBus that travel 12 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Reading starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 2h 40m
Earliest Bus 5:40 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 12 Ø
Distance 40.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express, The Airline (Oxford Bus Company) and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Every day, 12 buses from 3 bus companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/19/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/17
Monday 03/18
Tuesday 03/19
$16
Wednesday 03/20
$43
Thursday 03/21
$22
Friday 03/22
$30
Saturday 03/23
$43
Sunday 03/24
$19
Monday 03/25
$19
Tuesday 03/26
$16
Wednesday 03/27
$47
Thursday 03/28
$19
Friday 03/29
$20
Saturday 03/30
Sunday 03/31
$9
Monday 04/01
$16
Tuesday 04/02
$16
Wednesday 04/03
$17
Thursday 04/04
$9
Friday 04/05
$10
Saturday 04/06
$16
Sunday 04/07
Monday 04/08
$16
Tuesday 04/09
$16
Wednesday 04/10
$44
Thursday 04/11
$16
Friday 04/12
$30
Saturday 04/13

The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, with $16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $43.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Reading are also emptier.

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Reading from various bus operators like National Express, The Airline (Oxford Bus Company) or FlixBus for the next days.
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    6:40 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $16
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    9:30 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $18
  • FlixBus
    4h 5m
    9:20 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
    1:25 AM
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $19
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    6:40 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $22
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    6:40 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    12:05 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $24
  • National Express
    5h 30m
    7:50 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    1:20 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $30
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    7:50 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    1:15 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $31
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    5:10 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    10:10 PM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $32
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    5:40 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    10:15 AM
    Reading
    Pincents Lane
    National Express
    Economy
    from $35
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    3h 40m
    9:25 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
    1:05 AM
    Reading
    Station North Interchange
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    from $43
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    3h 30m
    10:05 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
    1:35 PM
    Reading
    Station North Interchange
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    from $44
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    3h 6m
    5:29 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    8:35 PM
    Reading
    Station North Interchange
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    from $48
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    3h 21m
    10:14 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    1:35 PM
    Reading
    Station North Interchange
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    from $57
  • The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    3h 15m
    5:20 PM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal
    8:35 PM
    Reading
    Station North Interchange
    The Airline (Oxford Bus Company)
    Economy
    from $59

More bus companies that typically serve the route London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Bus schedules change all the time. The following offers are not available anymore for shuttles from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, but may come back in the future. Keep an eye on them!

  • megabus
    3h 40m
    8:00 AM
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    11:40 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    megabus
    Temporarily not available: last found 09/08/2023
    from $31

Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from London Gatwick Airport to Reading. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 34 buses from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Reading, with 7 offers.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

These are the most booked bus companies between London Gatwick Airport to Reading from our users.

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Reading

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Reading

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

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Reading bus

How much does a London Gatwick Airport 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 5h 25m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Gatwick Airport to Reading?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $66. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Reading each day?

Every day, the London Gatwick Airport to Reading bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from London Gatwick Airport to Reading take?

The fastest shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Reading is offered by National Express and takes 2h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $44. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from London Gatwick Airport starts at 5:40 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 shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport Reading route?

When traveling by shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Reading, passengers can travel with National Express, The Airline (Oxford Bus Company) 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 London Gatwick Airport and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick Airport 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, The Airline (Oxford Bus Company) and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Gatwick Airport 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 shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Reading on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Gatwick Airport to Reading

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes from London Gatwick Airport and Reading

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

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