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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to London

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Reading to London from various bus operators like Rail Air, National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $12
tomorrow
from $7
Wednesday
from $7
Thursday
from $7
Friday
from $9
Saturday
from $9
Sunday
from $12

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $12
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 AM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    9:50 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Rail Air
    2h 30m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    5:50 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • FlixBus
    1h 30m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:15 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    10:15 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • Rail Air
    2h 30m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    5:50 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 AM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:25 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • Rail Air
    2h 30m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    5:50 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $7
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    9:50 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    10:15 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Rail Air
    2h 30m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    5:50 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 25m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:25 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 AM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    9:50 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Rail Air
    2h 59m
    0
    8:21 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    11:20 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 AM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    9:50 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Rail Air
    2h 30m
    0
    3:20 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    5:50 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 20m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:40 PM
    London
    Earl's Court
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $12
  • National Express
    1h 50m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    6:10 PM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    4:45 AM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:55 AM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    5:25 PM
    London
    Hammersmith
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Rail Air
    2h 53m
    0
    8:27 AM
    Reading
    Festival
    11:20 AM
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    0
    Rail Air
    Economy
    $47

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and London

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and London are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 37 daily buses from Reading to London. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 35 daily coaches between Reading and London.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 109 buses from Reading to London, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and London, with 35 offers.

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Facts about the bus from Reading to London

Compare all providers like Rail Air, National Express and FlixBus that travel 35 times every day by bus from Reading to London in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to London starting from $7!

Cheapest Bus $7
Fastest Bus 1h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Latest Bus 11:03 PM
Daily Bus Routes 35 Ø
Distance 36.5 miles
Bus Companies Rail Air, National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to London

Every day, 35 buses from 3 bus companies leave Reading for London: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/16/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
$40
Tuesday 06/17
$40
Wednesday 06/18
$40
Thursday 06/19
$7
Friday 06/20
$9
Saturday 06/21
$9
Sunday 06/22
$40
Monday 06/23
$12
Tuesday 06/24
$9
Wednesday 06/25
$40
Thursday 06/26
$13
Friday 06/27
$13
Saturday 06/28
$40
Sunday 06/29
$40
Monday 06/30
$7
Tuesday 07/01
$40
Wednesday 07/02
$40
Thursday 07/03
$40
Friday 07/04
$7
Saturday 07/05
$7
Sunday 07/06
$40
Monday 07/07
$7
Tuesday 07/08
$13
Wednesday 07/09
$9
Thursday 07/10
$7
Friday 07/11
$7
Saturday 07/12

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to London

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to London, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $7, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to London. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $12.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to London, with $7. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

How to save money travelling from Reading to London

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 Reading to London 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 Reading to London, 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 Reading to London are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to London

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

Rail Air from Reading to London

Rail Air

Here you will find the key facts about the Rail Air bus route Reading to London:

Cheapest Price $47
Fastest Bus 2h 23m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Last Bus 11:03 PM
Daily Connections 21 Ø
Found on 6/15/2025

FlixBus from Reading to London

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price $13
Fastest Bus 1h 0m
Earliest Bus 4:45 AM
Last Bus 8:50 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 6/15/2025

National Express from Reading to London

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Reading to London:

Cheapest Price $7
Fastest Bus 1h 5m
Earliest Bus 11:25 AM
Last Bus 5:50 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 6/15/2025

All bus stations and stops in Reading and London

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

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 Reading to London? Compare all modes of transports from Reading to London.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to London

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

FAQs about the Reading to London bus

How much does a Reading London 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 20m to reach London. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $7 and $51. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to London.

On average, how many connections are available from Reading to London each day?

Every day, the Reading to London bus route is served by approximately 35 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Reading to London is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $13. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to London?

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

The latest bus trip departing from Reading for London starts at 11:03 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 Reading London route?

When traveling by bus from Reading to London, passengers can travel with Rail Air, National Express 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 Reading and London?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and London by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Rail Air, National Express and FlixBus.

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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