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Which bus from Brighton to Reading is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Brighton 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
£18
tomorrow
£20
Monday
£20
Tuesday
£19
Wednesday
£19
Thursday
£19
Friday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 5h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 5h 35m 11:15 Brighton Preston Park 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 5h 31m 11:19 Brighton Patcham Place 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £18
National Express 6h 10m 07:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 15m
      0
      19:30
      Brighton
      Pool Valley Coach Station
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      23:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      00:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
    Travel Time is 0h 16m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 38m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 6h 4m 07:11 Brighton Preston Circus 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £26
National Express 5h 59m 07:16 Brighton Withdean Park 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £26
National Express 3h 31m 06:11 Brighton Preston Circus 09:42 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 33m 07:11 Brighton Preston Circus 10:44 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 1m
      0
      19:44
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      23:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      00:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 24m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 6h 19m 06:56 Brighton Withdean Park 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £20
National Express 3h 14m 10:12 Brighton Preston Circus 13:26 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 16m 12:12 Brighton Preston Circus 15:28 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 37m 13:12 Brighton Preston Circus 16:49 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      22:55
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      00:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      00:50
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      01:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 44m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 24m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 19m 06:56 Brighton Withdean Park 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 3h 13m 08:12 Brighton Preston Circus 11:25 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 14m 10:12 Brighton Preston Circus 13:26 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 37m 13:12 Brighton Preston Circus 16:49 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      22:55
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      00:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      00:50
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      01:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 43m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 24m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 19m 06:56 Brighton Withdean Park 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 3h 14m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 10:05 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 35m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 14:47 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 16m 12:12 Brighton Preston Circus 15:28 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      22:55
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      00:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      00:50
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      01:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 44m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 24m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 19m 06:56 Brighton Withdean Park 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 3h 14m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 10:05 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 13m 08:12 Brighton Preston Circus 11:25 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
National Express 3h 33m 09:12 Brighton Preston Circus 12:45 Reading Central Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      22:55
      Brighton
      Withdean Park
      00:40
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      00:50
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      01:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 43m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 35m 06:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 29m 06:51 Brighton Preston Circus 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 26m 06:54 Brighton Preston Park 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 24m 06:56 Brighton Withdean Park 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
National Express 6h 22m 06:58 Brighton Patcham Place 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Reading via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 1m
      0
      19:44
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      22:50
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      1h 15m
      0
      23:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      00:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
    Travel Time is 1h 21m shorter, and you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Brighton to Reading is £18 on 01/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Brighton 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.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 82 daily coaches from Brighton to Reading. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 20 daily coaches between Brighton and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 102 coaches from Brighton to Reading, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Reading, with 42 offers.

All facts for Brighton to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 39 times by bus from Brighton to Reading in one click. Book your Brighton to Reading bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 3h 2m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Latest Coach 20:54
Daily Bus Connections 39 Ø
Distance 91.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Reading?

Every day, 39 buses from 1 coach companies leave Brighton for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£34
Sunday 02/08
£32
Monday 03/08
£20
Tuesday 04/08
£19
Wednesday 05/08
£28
Thursday 06/08
£19
Friday 07/08
£28
Saturday 08/08
£19
Sunday 09/08
£28
Monday 10/08
£19
Tuesday 11/08
£19
Wednesday 12/08
£28
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£28
Saturday 15/08
£28
Sunday 16/08
£21
Monday 17/08
£20
Tuesday 18/08
£28
Wednesday 19/08
£28
Thursday 20/08
£20
Friday 21/08
£19
Saturday 22/08
£20
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Brighton to Reading. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Reading, with £18. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

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

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

National Express from Brighton to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 3h 2m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Last Coach 20:54
Daily Connections 39 Ø
Found on 30/07/2026
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 Brighton and Reading

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

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

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

How much does a Brighton Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Brighton Reading bus trip is available from £18 and takes 5h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £53. 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 Brighton Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Brighton to Reading is offered by roughly 39 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Brighton take?

The quickest coach from Brighton to Reading is provided by National Express and takes 3h 2m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £28. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Brighton at 02:50. 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 Brighton to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Brighton at 20:54. 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 Brighton Reading route?

Passengers looking to travel from Brighton 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 Brighton and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Brighton 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 Brighton?

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 Brighton 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 Brighton 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 Brighton to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Brighton 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 39 daily trips between Brighton 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 Brighton to Reading?

Prices and availability for 39 trips between Brighton 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 Brighton to Reading

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Brighton and to Reading

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