What is the best way to travel from Norwich to Reading?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses to Reading from Norwich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Reading from Norwich?
You can reach Reading with just £26 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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FlixBus5h 30m019:55NorwichCoach Station01:25ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 19:55:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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FlixBus6h 20m009:05NorwichCoach Station15:25ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:05:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 15:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Greater Anglia4h 45m005:55NorwichCentral Station10:40ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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Greater Anglia5h 34m005:55NorwichCentral Station11:29ReadingTilehurst Station0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to Tilehurst Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 34m
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Greater Anglia4h 44m005:55NorwichCentral Station10:39ReadingWest0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to West, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 10:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £93 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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What are the fastest trips from Norwich to Reading?
You can get to Reading from Norwich in just 4h 44m with a Bus from Greater Anglia. 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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Greater Anglia4h 44m005:55NorwichCentral Station10:39ReadingWest0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to West, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 10:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £93 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 44m
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Greater Anglia4h 45m005:55NorwichCentral Station10:40ReadingCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to Central Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 10:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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FlixBus5h 30m019:55NorwichCoach Station01:25ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 19:55:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/09/2026 01:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Greater Anglia5h 34m005:55NorwichCentral Station11:29ReadingTilehurst Station0EconomyA Bus from Greater Anglia goes from Central Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 05:55:00 to Tilehurst Station, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 11:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 34m
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FlixBus6h 20m009:05NorwichCoach Station15:25ReadingMereoak Park & Ride0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Norwich (United Kingdom) at 13/09/2026 09:05:00 to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/09/2026 15:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Bus from Norwich to Reading
What are the most popular stations in Norwich and Reading?
In Norwich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Lilian Road or Bar Street, while in Reading you will be arriving at Mereoak Park & Ride, University (Redlands Rd) or Festival, 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 Norwich? With 5 connections between 2 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 Norwich and Reading, you can pay as low as £26 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 Greater Anglia: you will get to Reading in just 4h 44m.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 Norwich and Reading are Greater Anglia 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 Norwich 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 Norwich Airport or to Lower Earley, and look at flights from Norwich 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 Norwich to Reading?
The most popular companies between Norwich and Reading, are Greater Anglia and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greater Anglia and FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Norwich to Reading
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Norwich 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 Norwich to Reading
How can I reach Reading from Norwich?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Reading from Norwich.
How far is Reading from Norwich?
The distance between Norwich and Reading is 202.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Norwich 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 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 34 kgs, and a flight 50 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Norwich to Reading?
You can get to Reading with just £26 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Norwich 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 4h 44m with a Bus from Greater Anglia.
More routes to Norwich and to Reading
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Norwich and to Reading. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
