Bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading

Find a coach from Manchester Airport to Reading: Compare all companies
Search for your destination Millions of deals worldwide
Compare results Save up to 70%
Find the right bus for you Easy and transparent

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester Airport to Reading

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Manchester Airport to Reading from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
£23
tomorrow
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
£25
Saturday
£31
Sunday
£27

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 15:50 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £23
FlixBus 8h 35m 00:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 09:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester Airport to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 15m
      0
      15:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      17:00
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 2h 30m
    • FlixBus
      5h 55m
      0
      19:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      01:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £13
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 15:50 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £25
FlixBus 8h 35m 00:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 09:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester Airport to Reading via Cheltenham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 30m
      0
      09:05
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      14:15
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      6h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      20:35
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 35m 00:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 09:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £31
FlixBus 9h 35m 15:50 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester Airport to Reading via Cheltenham, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 30m
      0
      09:05
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      14:15
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      6h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      20:35
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 15:50 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 01:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £27
FlixBus 8h 35m 00:45 Manchester Airport Airport Coach Station 09:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester Airport to Reading via Cheltenham, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 30m
      0
      09:05
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      14:15
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      6h 15m
      0
      14:20
      Cheltenham
      Arle Court
      20:35
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Manchester Airport to Reading is £23 on 22/06/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Manchester Airport and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester Airport and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Manchester Airport to Reading. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Manchester Airport and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 coaches from Manchester Airport to Reading, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Manchester Airport and Reading, with only 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Manchester Airport to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Reading starting from £23!

Cheapest Bus £23
Fastest Bus 8h 35m
Earliest Coach 00:45
Latest Coach 15:50
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 229.0 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester Airport to Reading

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Manchester Airport for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 22/06
£23
Tuesday 23/06
Wednesday 24/06
Thursday 25/06
Friday 26/06
£25
Saturday 27/06
£31
Sunday 28/06
£27
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
£23
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
£31
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
£30
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
£23
Thursday 09/07
£27
Friday 10/07
£25
Saturday 11/07
Sunday 12/07
£31
Monday 13/07
Tuesday 14/07
£24
Wednesday 15/07
£24
Thursday 16/07
Friday 17/07
Saturday 18/07
Sunday 19/07

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester Airport to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £23, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester Airport to Reading. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Reading, with £23. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 bus from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Reading are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester Airport to Reading

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

FlixBus from Manchester Airport to Reading

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 8h 35m
Earliest Coach 00:45
Last Coach 15:50
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 08/06/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester Airport and Reading

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Manchester Airport and Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester Airport to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Manchester Airport to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester Airport to Reading? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester Airport to Reading bus

How much does a Manchester Airport - Reading coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Manchester Airport - Reading route is available from £23 and takes 9h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester Airport to Reading is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £23 to £36. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Manchester Airport - Reading route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester Airport to Reading is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Reading from Manchester Airport take?

The quickest transfer from Manchester Airport to Reading is provided by FlixBus and takes 8h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £31. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester Airport to Reading?

The earliest bus to Reading departs from Manchester Airport at 00:45. 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 Manchester Airport to Reading?

The latest bus to Reading departs from Manchester Airport at 15:50. 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 Manchester Airport - Reading route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester Airport 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 transfer: FlixBus.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 transfer from Manchester Airport to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Manchester Airport 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 2 daily trips between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Reading?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Reading

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Reading

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester Airport and to Reading. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
Buses Lille to Manchester Airport Buses Lille to Manchester Airport
Coach from Münster to Manchester Airport Coach from Münster to Manchester Airport
Buses Szczecin to Manchester Airport Buses Szczecin to Manchester Airport
Mansfield to Manchester Airport coach Mansfield to Manchester Airport coach
Coach to Reading from Norwich Coach to Reading from Norwich
Wolverhampton to Reading bus Wolverhampton to Reading bus
Coaches Glasgow to Reading Coaches Glasgow to Reading
Coach Newport (Wales) to Reading Coach Newport (Wales) to Reading
CheckMyBus › Coaches in United Kingdom › Coach to Manchester Airport › Coach to Reading

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

deals,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

for

ads

personalisation.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.