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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Bath

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

today
£15
tomorrow
£16
Monday
Tuesday
£12
Wednesday
£20
Thursday
£22
Friday
£9

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 45m 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 18:35 Bath Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 1h 35m 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 18:25 Bath London Road  Economy £15
National Express 5h 35m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 5h 25m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:15 Bath London Road  Economy £27
National Express 6h 5m 11:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:30 Bath Coach Station  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 04:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 1h 45m 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 18:35 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 1h 35m 16:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 18:25 Bath London Road  Economy £27
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 5h 35m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 5h 40m 04:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 6h 25m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:45 Bath London Road  Economy £20
National Express 6h 35m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 5h 25m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:00 Bath London Road  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 25m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:45 Bath London Road  Economy £20
National Express 6h 35m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 5h 25m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:00 Bath London Road  Economy £22
National Express 5h 35m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:10 Bath Coach Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bath via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 40m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 2h 45m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      08:10
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      10:25
      Bath
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but 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 5h 25m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:00 Bath London Road  Economy £22
National Express 5h 35m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:10 Bath Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 6h 25m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:45 Bath London Road  Economy £27
National Express 6h 35m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bath via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 30m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:25
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      08:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      10:15
      Bath
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 1h 55m 17:10 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:05 Bath Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 1h 45m 17:10 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 18:55 Bath London Road  Economy £9
FlixBus 6h 20m 14:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 5h 40m 04:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 6h 20m 11:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:45 Bath Coach Station  Economy £15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Bath is £5 on 26/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Bath

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Bath are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Reading to Bath. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Reading and Bath.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 27 coaches from Reading to Bath, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Bath, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Bath

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Reading to Bath in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Bath starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus £5
Fastest Bus 1h 35m
Earliest Coach 11:25
Latest Coach 17:50
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 96.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Bath

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Reading for Bath: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 31/01/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
Thursday 29/01
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
£15
Sunday 01/02
£27
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£20
Wednesday 04/02
£20
Thursday 05/02
£22
Friday 06/02
£12
Saturday 07/02
£9
Sunday 08/02
£15
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
£16
Wednesday 11/02
£15
Thursday 12/02
£24
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
£7
Sunday 15/02
£22
Monday 16/02
Tuesday 17/02
£15
Wednesday 18/02
£15
Thursday 19/02
£16
Friday 20/02
£7
Saturday 21/02
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Bath

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Bath, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £7, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Bath. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Bath, with £5. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Bath

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 Bath 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 Bath, 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 Bath are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Bath

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

National Express from Reading to Bath

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 1h 35m
Earliest Coach 11:25
Last Coach 17:50
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026

FlixBus from Reading to Bath

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 5h 40m
Earliest Coach 04:45
Last Coach 14:05
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 25/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Bath

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

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 Reading to Bath? Compare all modes of transports from Reading to Bath.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Bath

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

FAQs about the Reading to Bath bus

How much does a Reading - Bath coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Bath bus trip is available from £5 and takes 1h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Bath is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £41. 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 - Bath route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Bath is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bath from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Bath is provided by National Express and takes 1h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Bath?

The earliest bus to Bath departs from Reading at 11:25. 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 Bath?

The latest bus to Bath departs from Reading at 17:50. 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 Reading - Bath route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Bath can travel with National Express and FlixBus. 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 Bath?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Bath 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bath 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 Bath 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 Bath 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 Bath on your planned travel date.

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

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 5 daily trips between Reading and Bath. 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 Bath?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Reading and Bath 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 Bath

Economy
Economy

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

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