Bus and Coach from Reading to Paignton: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Paignton

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

today

£25

tomorrow

£28

Monday

Tuesday

£24

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 23m	15:35	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	23:58	Paignton	Central Coach Station		Economy	£25	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 02/05/2026 15:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/05/2026 23:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 23m
	National Express	9h 10m	11:25	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	20:35	Paignton	Central Coach Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 02/05/2026 11:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 23m	15:35	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	23:58	Paignton	Central Coach Station		Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 03/05/2026 15:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/05/2026 23:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 23m
	National Express	9h 10m	11:25	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	20:35	Paignton	Central Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 03/05/2026 11:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 23m	15:35	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	23:58	Paignton	Central Coach Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) at 05/05/2026 15:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Paignton (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/05/2026 23:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 23m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Paignton is £23 on 28/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Paignton

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Paignton are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Reading to Paignton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Reading and Paignton.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 3 coaches from Reading to Paignton, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Paignton, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Paignton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Reading to Paignton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Paignton starting from £23!

Cheapest Bus	£23
Fastest Bus	8h 23m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Latest Coach	15:35
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	214.3 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Paignton

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Paignton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 27/04

Tuesday 28/04

Wednesday 29/04

Thursday 30/04

Friday 01/05

Saturday 02/05

£25

Sunday 03/05

£28

Monday 04/05

Tuesday 05/05

£24

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

Saturday 09/05

£27

Sunday 10/05

£27

Monday 11/05

£27

Tuesday 12/05

£24

Wednesday 13/05

£26

Thursday 14/05

£26

Friday 15/05

£26

Saturday 16/05

£27

Sunday 17/05

£26

Monday 18/05

£26

Tuesday 19/05

£26

Wednesday 20/05

£25

Thursday 21/05

£25

Friday 22/05

£25

Saturday 23/05

£25

Sunday 24/05

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Paignton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Paignton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £23, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Paignton. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Paignton, with £24. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Paignton

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 Paignton 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 Paignton, 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 Paignton are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Paignton

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

National Express from Reading to Paignton

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

Cheapest Price	£24
Fastest Coach	8h 23m
Earliest Coach	11:25
Last Coach	15:35
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	05/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Paignton

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

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Central Coach Station

Dartmouth Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Paignton

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

FAQs about the Reading to Paignton bus

How much does a Reading - Paignton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Paignton bus trip is available from £23 and takes 8h 23m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Paignton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £23 to £30. 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 - Paignton route on average every day?

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

The quickest coach from Reading to Paignton is provided by National Express and takes 8h 23m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £25. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Paignton?

The earliest bus to Paignton 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 Paignton?

The latest bus to Paignton departs from Reading at 15:35. 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 - Paignton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Paignton 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 Paignton?

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

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

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