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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Reading to Barnsley from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£33
tomorrow
£34
Monday
£32
Tuesday
£32
Wednesday
£34
Thursday
£31
Friday
£30

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 0m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 5m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 0m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 5m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 3h 35m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 3h 35m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 3h 35m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 3h 35m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 20m 16:30 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 04:50 Barnsley Interchange Transit Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:00
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      0h 45m
      0
      23:40
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      00:25
      Barnsley
      Interchange Transit Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 3h 25m shorter, and you will save £7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Barnsley is £29 on 14/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Facts about coaches from Reading to Barnsley

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Reading to Barnsley in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Barnsley starting from £29!

Cheapest Bus £29
Fastest Bus 11h 0m
Earliest Coach 17:50
Latest Coach 16:30
Daily Bus Connections 1 Ø
Distance 235.4 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Barnsley

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Barnsley: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

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
£33
Sunday 02/08
£34
Monday 03/08
£32
Tuesday 04/08
£32
Wednesday 05/08
£34
Thursday 06/08
£31
Friday 07/08
£30
Saturday 08/08
£30
Sunday 09/08
£30
Monday 10/08
£32
Tuesday 11/08
£32
Wednesday 12/08
£30
Thursday 13/08
Friday 14/08
£29
Saturday 15/08
£29
Sunday 16/08
£33
Monday 17/08
£30
Tuesday 18/08
£30
Wednesday 19/08
£34
Thursday 20/08
£30
Friday 21/08
£29
Saturday 22/08
£31
Sunday 23/08

How to save money travelling from Reading to Barnsley

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 Reading to Barnsley 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 Reading to Barnsley, 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 Reading to Barnsley are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Barnsley

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Barnsley

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

FAQs about the Reading to Barnsley bus

How much does a Reading - Barnsley coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Barnsley bus trip is available from £29 and takes 12h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Barnsley is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £29 to £34. 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 Reading - Barnsley route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Barnsley is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Barnsley from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Barnsley is provided by National Express and takes 11h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Barnsley?

The earliest bus to Barnsley departs from Reading at 17:50. 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 Reading to Barnsley?

The latest bus to Barnsley departs from Reading at 16:30. 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 Reading - Barnsley route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Barnsley 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 Reading and Barnsley?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Barnsley 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 Barnsley from Reading?

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 Reading Barnsley 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 Reading Barnsley 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 Reading to Barnsley on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Reading to Barnsley?

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 1 daily trips between Reading and Barnsley. 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 Reading to Barnsley?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Reading and Barnsley 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 Reading to Barnsley

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Reading and to Barnsley

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