Bus and Coach from Reading to Birchington: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Birchington

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

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£18

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Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 27m	17:50	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	00:17	Birchington	Bus Stop	Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 17:50:00 to Bus Stop, Birchington (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 00:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 27m
National Express	6h 10m	11:25	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	17:35	Birchington	Bus Stop	Economy	£23	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 11:25:00 to Bus Stop, Birchington (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 17:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	5h 20m	15:35	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	20:55	Birchington	Bus Stop	Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 15:35:00 to Bus Stop, Birchington (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Birchington via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  3h 37m
  
  0
  
  20:40
  
  Reading
  Mereoak Park & Ride
  
  21:40
  
  London
  Hammersmith
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £9
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2026 20:40:00 to Hammersmith, London (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2026 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
- National Express
  
  2h 27m
  
  0
  
  21:50
  
  London
  Elephant and Castle
  
  00:17
  
  Birchington
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Elephant and Castle, London (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2026 21:50:00 to Bus Stop, Birchington (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2026 00:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 27m
Travel Time is 1h 43m shorter, and you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Birchington is £16 on 27/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Birchington

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 3 times every day by bus from Reading to Birchington in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Birchington starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus	£16
Fastest Bus	5h 20m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Latest Coach	17:50
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	158.3 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Birchington

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Birchington: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/03/2026 and for the following days.

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Tuesday

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Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£18

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£19

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£16

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£20

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

£19

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£33

Monday 06/04

£33

Tuesday 07/04

£19

Wednesday 08/04

£18

Thursday 09/04

£19

Friday 10/04

£19

Saturday 11/04

£19

Sunday 12/04

How to save money travelling from Reading to Birchington

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 Birchington 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 Birchington, 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 Birchington are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Birchington

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

National Express from Reading to Birchington

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

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	5h 20m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Last Coach	17:50
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	19/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Birchington

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

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Bus Stop

The Square 2

on-Sea Central Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Birchington

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

FAQs about the Reading to Birchington bus

How much does a Reading - Birchington coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Birchington bus trip is available from £16 and takes 6h 27m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Birchington is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £26. 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 - Birchington route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Birchington is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Birchington from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Birchington is provided by National Express and takes 5h 20m. 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 Reading to Birchington?

The earliest bus to Birchington 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 Birchington?

The latest bus to Birchington 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 - Birchington route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Birchington 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 Birchington?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Birchington 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 Birchington 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 Birchington 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 Birchington 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 Birchington on your planned travel date.

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

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