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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Port Talbot

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

today
£14
tomorrow
Tuesday
£9
Wednesday
£11
Thursday
£11
Friday
£11
Saturday
£11

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 20:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 00:10 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £14
National Express 3h 5m 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £16
FlixBus 4h 55m 15:30 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £16
National Express 7h 0m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:35 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Port Talbot via Cardiff, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 45m
      0
      20:25
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      22:55
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      0h 50m
      0
      23:20
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      00:10
      Port Talbot
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £3
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £11
FlixBus 4h 55m 15:30 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £11
FlixBus 4h 55m 20:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 01:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £11
FlixBus 4h 55m 20:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 01:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £14
FlixBus 4h 55m 15:30 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 20:25 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 45m 13:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:05 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £11
National Express 7h 0m 15:45 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:45 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 5m 13:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:20 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £11
National Express 7h 0m 15:35 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 22:35 Port Talbot Bus Stop  Economy £30

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Port Talbot is £7 on 23/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Port Talbot

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Port Talbot are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Reading to Port Talbot. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Reading and Port Talbot.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 12 coaches from Reading to Port Talbot, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Reading and Port Talbot, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Port Talbot

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Reading to Port Talbot in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Port Talbot starting from £7!

Cheapest Bus £7
Fastest Bus 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 13:15
Latest Coach 15:35
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 195.1 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Port Talbot

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Reading for Port Talbot: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 14/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 08/06
Tuesday 09/06
Wednesday 10/06
Thursday 11/06
Friday 12/06
Saturday 13/06
Sunday 14/06
£16
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
£9
Wednesday 17/06
£11
Thursday 18/06
£14
Friday 19/06
£11
Saturday 20/06
£11
Sunday 21/06
£16
Monday 22/06
£9
Tuesday 23/06
£7
Wednesday 24/06
£12
Thursday 25/06
£14
Friday 26/06
£13
Saturday 27/06
£11
Sunday 28/06
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Port Talbot

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Port Talbot, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £7, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Port Talbot. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Port Talbot, with £9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Port Talbot

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 Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot, 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 Port Talbot are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Port Talbot

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

National Express from Reading to Port Talbot

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 13:15
Last Coach 15:35
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 21/05/2026

FlixBus from Reading to Port Talbot

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 3h 45m
Earliest Coach 15:30
Last Coach 20:25
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 08/06/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Port Talbot

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Port Talbot

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

FAQs about the Reading to Port Talbot bus

How much does a Reading - Port Talbot coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Port Talbot bus trip is available from £7 and takes 3h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Port Talbot is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £7 to £34. 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 - Port Talbot route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Port Talbot is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Port Talbot from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Port Talbot is provided by National Express and takes 3h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Port Talbot?

The earliest bus to Port Talbot departs from Reading at 13:15. 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 Port Talbot?

The latest bus to Port Talbot 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 - Port Talbot route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot?

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

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

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 2 daily trips between Reading and Port Talbot. 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 Port Talbot?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Reading and Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot

Economy
Economy

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

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