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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 National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$13
tomorrow
$13
Sunday
$13
Monday
$13
Tuesday
$13
Wednesday
$13
Thursday
$13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 8:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:50 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 25m 4:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $14
National Express 1h 55m 4:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:25 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $14
National Express 1h 50m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:10 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13
National Express 1h 50m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:10 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13
National Express 1h 50m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:10 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13
National Express 1h 50m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:10 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13
National Express 1h 5m 4:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:00 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:55 AM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 5m 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 3:10 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
FlixBus 1h 0m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:55 PM London Hammersmith  Economy $13
National Express 1h 50m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 6:10 PM London Victoria Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 1h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:40 PM London Earl's Court  Economy $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Reading to London is $12 on 12/16/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


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 18 daily buses from Reading to London. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Reading and London.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 82 buses from Reading to London, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and London, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Reading to London

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Reading to London in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to London starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 1h 0m
Earliest Bus 4:45 AM
Latest Bus 8:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 36.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to London

Every day, 16 buses from 2 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 12/05/2025 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
$14
Saturday 12/06
$14
Sunday 12/07
$13
Monday 12/08
$13
Tuesday 12/09
$13
Wednesday 12/10
$13
Thursday 12/11
$13
Friday 12/12
$13
Saturday 12/13
$13
Sunday 12/14
$13
Monday 12/15
$13
Tuesday 12/16
$12
Wednesday 12/17
$12
Thursday 12/18
$13
Friday 12/19
$13
Saturday 12/20
$13
Sunday 12/21
$13
Monday 12/22
$13
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$13
Thursday 12/25
$13
Friday 12/26
$20
Saturday 12/27

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 $11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to London. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $13.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to London, with $11. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $15.

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.

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 7 Ø
Found on 12/4/2025

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 $13
Fastest Bus 1h 5m
Earliest Bus 11:25 AM
Last Bus 4:55 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 12/4/2025

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 $12 and takes 1h 10m 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 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $21. 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 16 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 4:45 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 8:50 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 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: 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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