Bus Reading to Taunton - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Taunton

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

today

tomorrow

$36

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Saturday

$15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 35m	11:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	9:00 PM	Taunton	Bus Station		Economy	$36	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 11:25:00 AM to Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
	National Express	5h 45m	5:50 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	11:35 PM	Taunton	Bus Station		Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 5:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Taunton via Bristol, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  3h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:30 PM
  
  Reading
  Mereoak Park & Ride
  
  5:20 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 3:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 5:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
- FlixBus
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  5:30 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  6:40 PM
  
  Taunton
  BP Garage
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 3/16/2026 5:30:00 PM to BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/16/2026 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel Time is 2h 35m shorter, and you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	2h 45m	1:30 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	4:15 AM	Taunton	BP Garage	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/21/2026 1:30:00 AM to BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/21/2026 4:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
FlixBus	2h 50m	9:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	12:15 PM	Taunton	BP Garage	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/21/2026 9:25:00 AM to BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/21/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	9h 15m	11:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	8:40 PM	Taunton	Bus Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/21/2026 11:25:00 AM to Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/21/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
National Express	5h 45m	5:50 PM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	11:35 PM	Taunton	Bus Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 3/21/2026 5:50:00 PM to Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/21/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Reading to Taunton is $15 on 3/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Taunton

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Reading to Taunton. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Reading and Taunton.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 3 buses from Reading to Taunton, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Taunton, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Reading to Taunton

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Reading to Taunton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Taunton starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	2h 45m
Earliest Bus	11:25 AM
Latest Bus	5:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	97.3 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to Taunton

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Reading for Taunton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/15/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/15

Monday 03/16

$36

Tuesday 03/17

Wednesday 03/18

Thursday 03/19

Friday 03/20

Saturday 03/21

$15

Sunday 03/22

$30

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

Wednesday 03/25

$31

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

$27

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$17

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

Wednesday 04/01

Thursday 04/02

Friday 04/03

$34

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 04/05

$20

Monday 04/06

$30

Tuesday 04/07

$32

Wednesday 04/08

$30

Thursday 04/09

$31

Friday 04/10

$18

Saturday 04/11

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Taunton

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

With a price starting from $15, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to Taunton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Taunton, with $14. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $34.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Taunton

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 Taunton 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 Taunton, 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 Taunton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Taunton

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

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Blackbrook Park Avenue

Bus Station

Tower Street 2

Castle Green

County Hall

Crematorium Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Taunton

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

FAQs about the Reading to Taunton bus

How much does a Reading Taunton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 2h 45m to reach Taunton. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $43. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Taunton.

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

Every day, the Reading to Taunton bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Reading to Taunton is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $15. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Taunton?

The earliest bus arriving in Taunton from Reading starts at 11:25 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 Taunton?

The latest bus trip departing from Reading for Taunton starts at 5:50 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 Taunton route?

When traveling by bus from Reading to Taunton, 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 Taunton?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton on your planned travel date.

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