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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Bournemouth

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

today
£27
tomorrow
£24
Monday
Tuesday
£30
Wednesday
Thursday
£28
Friday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 11:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £27
National Express 5h 30m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £28
National Express 5h 25m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £32
National Express 5h 30m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £38
National Express 3h 42m 12:23 Reading Central Station 16:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 30m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £24
National Express 5h 45m 11:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £28
National Express 5h 25m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £31
National Express 5h 30m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £33
National Express 3h 22m 21:03 Reading Central Station 00:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £30
National Express 5h 20m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £31
National Express 3h 40m 10:25 Reading Central Station 14:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37
National Express 3h 42m 22:03 Reading Central Station 01:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37
National Express 4h 2m 23:03 Reading Central Station 03:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 20m
      0
      15:35
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      19:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 45m
      0
      19:10
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      20:55
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £28
National Express 5h 20m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £32
National Express 3h 42m 22:03 Reading Central Station 01:45 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37
National Express 4h 2m 23:03 Reading Central Station 03:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £37
National Express 3h 35m 05:55 Reading Central Station 09:30 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bournemouth via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 10m
      0
      15:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      19:00
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 45m
      0
      19:10
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
      20:55
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Bournemouth is £18 on 26/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Reading to Bournemouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Reading and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 24 coaches from Reading to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Bournemouth, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 14 times every day by bus from Reading to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Bournemouth starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 3h 4m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Latest Coach 23:03
Daily Bus Connections 14 Ø
Distance 103.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Bournemouth

Every day, 14 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Bournemouth: 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
£27
Sunday 01/02
£24
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£30
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
£37
Friday 06/02
Saturday 07/02
£25
Sunday 08/02
£25
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02
£22
Monday 16/02
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
£20
Thursday 19/02
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £22, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Bournemouth. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Bournemouth, with £20. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £37.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Bournemouth

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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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 Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Bournemouth

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

National Express from Reading to Bournemouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £24
Fastest Coach 3h 4m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Last Coach 23:03
Daily Connections 14 Ø
Found on 27/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Bournemouth

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Bournemouth

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

FAQs about the Reading to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Reading - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £18 and takes 5h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Bournemouth is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £62. 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 - Bournemouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 14 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 3h 4m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £48. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Reading at 05:55. 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 Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Reading at 23:03. 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 - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

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

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

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 14 daily trips between Reading and Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Reading and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth

Economy
Economy

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

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