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Which bus from Bournemouth to Reading is the best?

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

today
£28
tomorrow
£28
Monday
£28
Tuesday
£36
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£17

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 11:30 Bournemouth Train Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £28
National Express 5h 5m 08:10 Bournemouth Train Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £29
National Express 3h 20m 01:50 Bournemouth Train Station 05:10 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 20m 03:20 Bournemouth Train Station 06:40 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 17m 11:30 Bournemouth Train Station 14:47 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Reading via Branksome, you can save more than £-4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 44m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      11:06
      Branksome
      Station
      16:50
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 11:30 Bournemouth Train Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £28
National Express 5h 5m 08:10 Bournemouth Train Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £29
National Express 3h 20m 01:50 Bournemouth Train Station 05:10 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 20m 03:20 Bournemouth Train Station 06:40 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 22m 05:20 Bournemouth Train Station 08:42 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Reading via Branksome, you can save more than £-6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 44m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      11:06
      Branksome
      Station
      16:50
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £34

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 5m 08:10 Bournemouth Train Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £28
National Express 5h 20m 11:30 Bournemouth Train Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £29
National Express 3h 20m 01:50 Bournemouth Train Station 05:10 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 20m 03:20 Bournemouth Train Station 06:40 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
National Express 3h 22m 05:20 Bournemouth Train Station 08:42 Reading Central Station  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Reading via Branksome, you can save more than £-4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 29m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      07:46
      Branksome
      Station
      13:15
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £32

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 50m 07:25 Bournemouth Train Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 50m
      0
      08:25
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      10:05
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 55m
      0
      10:20
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      13:15
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 07:55 Bournemouth Train Station 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £17
National Express 5h 40m 11:30 Bournemouth Train Station 17:10 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £17
National Express 3h 22m 03:20 Bournemouth Train Station 06:42 Reading Central Station  Economy £36
National Express 3h 17m 05:00 Bournemouth Train Station 08:17 Reading Central Station  Economy £36
National Express 3h 25m 06:20 Bournemouth Train Station 09:45 Reading Central Station  Economy £36

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bournemouth to Reading is £15 on 12/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bournemouth 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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily coaches from Bournemouth to Reading. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 23 coaches from Bournemouth to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Reading, with 8 offers.

All facts for Bournemouth to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 11 times by bus from Bournemouth to Reading in one click. Book your Bournemouth to Reading bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 2h 56m
Earliest Coach 01:50
Latest Coach 20:30
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 103.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Reading?

Every day, 11 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bournemouth for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 02/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/04
Tuesday 28/04
Wednesday 29/04
Thursday 30/04
Friday 01/05
Saturday 02/05
£28
Sunday 03/05
£28
Monday 04/05
£28
Tuesday 05/05
£36
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£36
Saturday 09/05
£19
Sunday 10/05
£21
Monday 11/05
£21
Tuesday 12/05
£15
Wednesday 13/05
£15
Thursday 14/05
£36
Friday 15/05
£36
Saturday 16/05
£19
Sunday 17/05
£36
Monday 18/05
£19
Tuesday 19/05
£36
Wednesday 20/05
£26
Thursday 21/05
£36
Friday 22/05
£26
Saturday 23/05
£36
Sunday 24/05

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bournemouth to Reading. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Reading, with £15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £36.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Reading?

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

National Express from Bournemouth to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 2h 56m
Earliest Coach 01:50
Last Coach 20:30
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 01/05/2026
In total 1 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 Bournemouth and Reading

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from Bournemouth to Reading.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Reading bus

How much does a Bournemouth Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bournemouth Reading bus trip is available from £15 and takes 5h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £60. 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 Bournemouth Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bournemouth to Reading is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Bournemouth take?

The quickest coach from Bournemouth to Reading is provided by National Express and takes 2h 56m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £56. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Bournemouth at 01:50. 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 Bournemouth to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Bournemouth at 20:30. 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 Bournemouth Reading route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth 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.

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

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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bournemouth to Reading?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Bournemouth and Reading. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bournemouth to Reading?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Bournemouth and Reading change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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