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Overview: Coach from Birmingham to Reading

distanceDistance81 miles (130 km)
durationAverage coach duration2 h 15 min
priceAverage coach ticket price£14 (€16)
changesDirect coachYes

Coaches from Birmingham to Reading cover the 81 miles (130 km) long route taking on average 2 h 15 min with our travel partners like. There are direct coach services available. You can get the cheapest coach tickets for this trip for as low as £12, but the average price of coach tickets is £14. Travellers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE).

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FAQs
How much does a cheap coach to Reading from Birmingham cost?
You can find a cheap coach from Birmingham to Reading for some dates and times for as low as £12  one way in the next 7 days.
What is the cost of a coach ticket from Birmingham to Reading on average?
In the next 7 days you’ll find that the average cost of a coach ticket from Birmingham to Reading is £14  one way.
What is the distance to Reading from Birmingham via coach?
The Birmingham to Reading coach distance is approximately 81 miles (130 km).
How long is the coach between Birmingham and Reading?
On average the coach from Birmingham to Reading duration is 2 h 15 min  for the 81 miles (130 km) long route, but the travel time can vary if you depart on weekends and holidays.
What is the departure coach station in Birmingham and arrival coach station in Reading?

There are a few coach stations in Birmingham to start your trip from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Station Street (Stop NS13) and Birmingham, Hill St / Railway Bridge. In Reading you have a few coach station options to choose from for your arrival including Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE), Reading, Station Road (Stop SD) and Reading, Richfield Ave.

Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street   and arrive in Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE).

Where is the coach station in Birmingham? Where is the coach station in Reading?

The most popular departure coach station with passengers for this journey, called Birmingham New Street, is located 0.2 miles (399 m) from the city centre of Birmingham.

The most popular arrival coach station, Reading, Station North Interchange (Stop NE), is located 0.2 miles (405 m) away from the city centre of Reading.

How early should I book coach tickets between Birmingham and Reading to score the best deals?
You can find a coach between Birmingham and Reading to cost on average £14 one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying coach tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your journey. You’ll see tickets for the Birmingham to Reading coach generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.