What is the best way to travel from Burnley to Reading?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Reading from Burnley?
You can reach Reading with just £31 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 15/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express11h 35m007:45BurnleyCentral Coach Station19:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 15/07/2025 07:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/07/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express9h 55m010:20BurnleyCentral Coach Station20:15ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 10:20:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express9h 55m010:20BurnleyCentral Coach Station20:15ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:20:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Burnley to Reading?
You can get to Reading from Burnley in just 8h 35m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 15/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express11h 35m007:45BurnleyCentral Coach Station19:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 15/07/2025 07:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/07/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 16/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus8h 35m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station09:20ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 00:45:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 09:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express9h 55m010:20BurnleyCentral Coach Station20:15ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 18/07/2025 10:20:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/07/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express9h 55m010:20BurnleyCentral Coach Station20:15ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Burnley (United Kingdom) at 20/07/2025 10:20:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/07/2025 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Bus from Burnley to Reading
What are the most popular stations in Burnley and Reading?
In Burnley, you will usually depart from Central Coach Station, Barracks Station or Bus Stop, while in Reading you will be arriving at Station Road (Stop SD), Tilehurst Station or University (Redlands Rd), but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Reading from Burnley? With 1 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Burnley and Reading, you can pay as low as £31 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Reading in just 8h 35m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Burnley and Reading are FlixBus and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Burnley and Reading is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Brierfield or to Lower Earley, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Farnborough Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Burnley to Reading?
The most popular companies between Burnley and Reading, are FlixBus and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and National Express
All you need to know when you travel from Burnley to Reading
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Burnley to Reading. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Burnley to Reading
How can I reach Reading from Burnley?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Reading from Burnley.
How far is Reading from Burnley?
The distance between Burnley and Reading is 272.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Burnley and Reading?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 46 kgs, and a flight 67 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Burnley to Reading?
You can get to Reading with just £31 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Reading?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Reading in just 8h 35m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Burnley and to Reading
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