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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Birmingham to Reading from various bus operators like National Express, megabus or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £15
tomorrow
from £20
Monday
from £13
Tuesday
from £17
Wednesday
from £46
Thursday
from £10
Friday
from £11

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 25m
    0
    06:40
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    6h 20m
    0
    19:15
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    01:35
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £16
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 0m
    0
    15:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    6h 20m
    0
    19:15
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    01:35
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 25m
    0
    06:40
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £22
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 30m
    0
    07:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 0m
    0
    06:05
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £13
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 50m
    0
    07:25
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 15m
    0
    11:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 2m
    0
    09:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    14:47
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 51m
    0
    21:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:06
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 36m
    0
    17:45
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    00:21
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 41m
    0
    07:45
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    12:26
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 39m
    0
    15:40
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    21:19
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 31m
    0
    02:40
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    08:11
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 37m
    0
    05:30
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    11:07
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    4h 52m
    0
    10:55
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    15:47
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      6h 30m
      0
      17:25
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      22:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport - T5
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £13
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • National Express
      Save more than 0%
      0h 40m
      0
      23:15
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport - T2/3
      23:55
      Reading
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel time is 1h 49m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    6h 5m
    0
    19:30
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    01:35
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    6h 35m
    0
    08:15
    Birmingham
    Bearwood
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    6h 20m
    0
    19:15
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    01:35
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    07:40
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    10:05
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £19
  • megabus
    Save more than 0%
    2h 25m
    0
    11:10
    Birmingham
    Brunel Street
    13:35
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    5h 4m
    0
    16:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    21:19
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    Save more than 0%
    7h 51m
    0
    21:15
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    05:06
    Reading
    Central Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41

Frequency of bus connections between Birmingham and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Birmingham and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 31 daily coaches from Birmingham to Reading. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Birmingham and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 56 coaches from Birmingham to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Reading, with 22 offers.

Facts about the coach from Birmingham to Reading

Compare all providers like National Express, megabus and FlixBus that travel daily 18 times by bus from Birmingham to Reading in one click and book your bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 2h 25m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Latest Coach 15:15
Daily Bus Connections 18 Ø
Distance 130.5 km
Coach Companies National Express, megabus, FlixBus and CrossCountry

Cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Reading

Every day, 18 buses from 4 coach companies leave Birmingham for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a coach ticket for this route, starting from 05/10/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 30/09
Tuesday 01/10
Wednesday 02/10
Thursday 03/10
Friday 04/10
Saturday 05/10
£15
Sunday 06/10
£20
Monday 07/10
£13
Tuesday 08/10
£17
Wednesday 09/10
£46
Thursday 10/10
£29
Friday 11/10
£40
Saturday 12/10
£14
Sunday 13/10
£13
Monday 14/10
Tuesday 15/10
£24
Wednesday 16/10
£46
Thursday 17/10
£13
Friday 18/10
£28
Saturday 19/10
£17
Sunday 20/10
Monday 21/10
£19
Tuesday 22/10
Wednesday 23/10
£46
Thursday 24/10
Friday 25/10
£46
Saturday 26/10
£17
Sunday 27/10

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 £10, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Reading. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £46.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Reading, with £10. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £36.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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.

Beloved coach companies from Birmingham to Reading

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

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Reading

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Birmingham to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Birmingham to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route Birmingham - Reading? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the 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 £10 and takes 6h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £75. 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 18 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 megabus and takes 2h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £17. 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 00:30. 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 15:15. 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, megabus 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, megabus 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.

More bus routes to Birmingham and to Reading

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Birmingham and to Reading. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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