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Which bus from Birmingham to Reading is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Reading. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £14
tomorrow
from £15
Saturday
from £16
Sunday
from £20
Monday
from £13
Tuesday
from £13
Wednesday
from £13

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 06:05 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £14
National Express 6h 30m 06:45 Birmingham Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 25m 05:20 Birmingham Coach Station 10:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £23
National Express 5h 50m 09:00 Birmingham Coach Station 14:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25
National Express 7h 5m 07:45 Birmingham Bearwood 14:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 25m 09:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 15:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £15
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 20:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £15
FlixBus 6h 25m 19:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £15
National Express 5h 55m 07:25 Birmingham Coach Station 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
National Express 5h 25m 11:45 Birmingham Coach Station 17:10 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 06:30 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
National Express 5h 30m 07:45 Birmingham Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 5m 11:45 Birmingham Coach Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 20:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
FlixBus 5h 25m 20:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 06:30 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 30m 07:45 Birmingham Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £21
FlixBus 6h 25m 09:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 15:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
FlixBus 7h 0m 21:40 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 04:40 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £22
National Express 5h 5m 11:45 Birmingham Coach Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 05:50 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £13
National Express 5h 50m 07:25 Birmingham Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 15m 11:45 Birmingham Coach Station 17:00 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 5h 0m 15:15 Birmingham Coach Station 20:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 6h 20m 06:55 Birmingham Bearwood 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 06:05 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £13
FlixBus 6h 5m 04:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 10:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
FlixBus 6h 25m 09:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 15:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 20:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 6h 30m 06:45 Birmingham Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 06:05 Birmingham Coach Station 12:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £13
National Express 5h 25m 05:20 Birmingham Coach Station 10:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
FlixBus 6h 20m 03:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 09:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
FlixBus 6h 25m 09:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 15:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:00 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 20:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £16

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Reading?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Reading. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 33 daily coaches from Birmingham to Reading. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 25 daily coaches between Birmingham and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 74 coaches from Birmingham to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Reading, with 21 offers.

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All facts for Birmingham to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 30 times by bus from Birmingham to Reading in one click. Book your Birmingham to Reading bus ticket starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 3h 40m
Earliest Coach 00:15
Latest Coach 21:40
Daily Bus Connections 30 Ø
Distance 130.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Reading?

Every day, 30 buses from 2 coach companies leave Birmingham for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 24/07/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 21/07
Tuesday 22/07
Wednesday 23/07
Thursday 24/07
£51
Friday 25/07
£16
Saturday 26/07
£16
Sunday 27/07
£20
Monday 28/07
£37
Tuesday 29/07
£54
Wednesday 30/07
£13
Thursday 31/07
£21
Friday 01/08
£26
Saturday 02/08
£14
Sunday 03/08
£18
Monday 04/08
£37
Tuesday 05/08
Wednesday 06/08
£26
Thursday 07/08
£47
Friday 08/08
£17
Saturday 09/08
£16
Sunday 10/08
Monday 11/08
£51
Tuesday 12/08
£34
Wednesday 13/08
Thursday 14/08
£47
Friday 15/08
£47
Saturday 16/08
Sunday 17/08

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Reading. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Reading, with £13. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham 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 coach from Birmingham 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 coaches from Birmingham to Reading are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Reading?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Reading timetable.

National Express from Birmingham to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 3h 40m
Earliest Coach 00:15
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 25 Ø
Found on 21/07/2025

FlixBus from Birmingham to Reading

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 5h 25m
Earliest Coach 03:00
Last Coach 21:40
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 20/07/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Reading

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Reading. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Reading

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Reading. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Reading bus

How much does a Birmingham Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Reading bus trip is available from £13 and takes 6h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £65. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Reading.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Reading is offered by roughly 30 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Reading is provided by National Express and takes 3h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £51. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Birmingham at 00:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Birmingham at 21:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Reading route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Reading can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Reading from Birmingham?

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 bus for the Birmingham Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham 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 travelling 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 Birmingham to Reading on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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