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Which bus from Canterbury to Reading is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Canterbury 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
tomorrow
from £24
Thursday
from £25
Friday
Saturday
from £19
Sunday
from £23
Monday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    10:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    14:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 25m
      0
      07:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      09:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 35m
      0
      10:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      12:05
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    05:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    10:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    10:20
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    14:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    14:45
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 25m
      0
      07:40
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      09:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 35m
      0
      10:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      12:05
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    07:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    14:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    06:10
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    10:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      06:17
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      07:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 35m
      0
      10:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      12:05
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 38m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    07:35
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    06:10
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    10:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    13:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    14:25
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    6h 0m
    0
    10:50
    Canterbury
    Coach Station
    16:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Canterbury to Reading via London, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 48m
      0
      06:17
      Canterbury
      University of Kent
      07:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 35m
      0
      10:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      12:05
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 38m longer, but you will save £10

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Canterbury 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 5 daily coaches from Canterbury to Reading. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Canterbury and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 coaches from Canterbury to Reading, while Night sees the fewest connections between Canterbury and Reading, with 2 offers.

All facts for Canterbury to Reading bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 4 times by bus from Canterbury to Reading in one click. Book your Canterbury to Reading bus ticket starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:30
Latest Coach 14:25
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 143.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Canterbury to Reading?

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Canterbury for Reading. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 10/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

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

The cheapest time to travel from Canterbury to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Canterbury to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Canterbury to Reading. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Canterbury to Reading, with £19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £25.

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

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

National Express from Canterbury to Reading

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 05:30
Last Coach 14:25
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 06/06/2025
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 Canterbury and Reading

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

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

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

How much does a Canterbury Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Canterbury Reading bus trip is available from £19 and takes 4h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £29. 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 Canterbury Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Canterbury to Reading is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Canterbury take?

The quickest coach from Canterbury to Reading is provided by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Canterbury to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Canterbury at 05:30. 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 Canterbury to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Canterbury at 14:25. 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 Canterbury Reading route?

Passengers looking to travel from Canterbury 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 Canterbury and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Canterbury 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 Canterbury?

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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Reading on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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