Bus and Coach from Reading to Burnley: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Burnley

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

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Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	12h 5m	11:25	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	23:30	Burnley	Central Coach Station		Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 11:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Burnley via Manchester, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  8h 24m
  
  0
  
  04:45
  
  Reading
  Mereoak Park & Ride
  
  11:50
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £16
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 04:45:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
- Witchway
  
  0h 56m
  
  0
  
  12:13
  
  Manchester
  Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station
  
  13:09
  
  Burnley
  The Summit Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £3
  
  A Bus from Witchway goes from Great Cheetham Street East (Stop B) Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 12:13:00 to The Summit Bus Stop, Burnley (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 13:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 56m
Travel Time is 3h 41m shorter, and you will save £13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Burnley is £28 on 29/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Burnley

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Reading to Burnley in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Burnley starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus	£28
Fastest Bus	12h 5m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Latest Coach	11:25
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	272.9 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Burnley

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Burnley: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£32

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£32

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£28

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£34

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£47

Monday 06/04

£47

Tuesday 07/04

Wednesday 08/04

Thursday 09/04

Friday 10/04

£33

Saturday 11/04

£32

Sunday 12/04

How to save money travelling from Reading to Burnley

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 Burnley 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 Burnley, 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 Burnley are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Burnley

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

National Express from Reading to Burnley

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

Cheapest Price	£32
Fastest Coach	12h 5m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Last Coach	11:25
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	19/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Burnley

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

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Central Coach Station

Barracks Station

The Summit Bus Stop

Burnley Manchester Road

Manchester Rd 149

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Burnley

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

FAQs about the Reading to Burnley bus

How much does a Reading - Burnley coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Burnley bus trip is available from £28 and takes 12h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Burnley is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £32. 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 - Burnley route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Burnley 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 Burnley from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Burnley is provided by National Express and takes 12h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £32. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Burnley?

The earliest bus to Burnley 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 Burnley?

The latest bus to Burnley departs from Reading at 11:25. 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 - Burnley route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Burnley 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 Burnley?

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

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