How to get from Burnley to Reading

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What is the best way to travel from Burnley to Reading?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Reading from Burnley. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 35m
£28
£35
2
Flight
1h 0m
£61
£67
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Reading from Burnley?

You can reach Reading with just £28 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.

Sunday
Monday
from £28
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £33
Friday
from £43
Saturday
from £61

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    00:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    00:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • British Airways
    1h 15m
    0
    09:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    11:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £61
  • British Airways
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £63
  • British Airways
    1h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    18:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £65
  • British Airways
    1h 15m
    0
    06:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    07:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £71
  • British Airways
    1h 10m
    0
    15:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    16:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £75

What are the fastest trips from Burnley to Reading?

You can get to Reading from Burnley in just 1h 0m with a Flight from British Airways. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
Monday
from 8h 35m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 8h 35m
Friday
from 9h 55m
Saturday
from 1h 0m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    00:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    00:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • National Express
    11h 35m
    0
    07:45
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    19:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Burnley
    Central Coach Station
    20:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • British Airways
    1h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    18:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £65
  • British Airways
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    09:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £63
  • British Airways
    1h 10m
    0
    15:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    16:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £75
  • British Airways
    1h 15m
    0
    09:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    11:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £61
  • British Airways
    1h 15m
    0
    06:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    07:30
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £71
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Burnley to Reading

What are the most popular stations in Burnley and Reading?

In Burnley, you will usually depart from Central Station, Barracks Station or Bus Stop, while in Reading you will be arriving at Central Station, West or Station North Interchange, 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 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight 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 £28 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 Flight from British Airways: you will get to Reading in just 1h 0m.

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 British Airways, National Express and FlixBus, 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 British Airways, National Express and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Airlines: British Airways

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 2 connections between Bus and Flight, 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 £28 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 1h 0m with a Flight from British Airways.

More routes to Burnley and to Reading

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Burnley and to Reading. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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