Birmingham to Reading Festival bus with Megabus

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Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Reading Festival

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Reading Festival among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 129 km

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£17

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£34

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1h 38m

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Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Birmingham to Reading Festival coaches with Omio?

Megabus operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Reading Festival.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to Reading Festival.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Reading Festival

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Buses from Birmingham to Reading Festival run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 5h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
129 km
Average bus duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
21
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus from Birmingham to Reading FestivalYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Reading Festival with Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£19
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Birmingham to Reading Festival coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Reading Festival by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading Festival, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Reading Festival can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Reading Festival is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival is 5h 10m to travel the 129 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival leaves at 23:45.
There are 21 coaches a day from Birmingham to Reading Festival which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Reading Festival. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Reading Festival and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham . When arriving in Reading Festival , you can end your route in coach stations like Reading, Blagrave Street, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Reading, Blagrave Street, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Reading Festival from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Reading Festival including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival for coach company Megabus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Reading Festival depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Reading Festival:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Reading Festival:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Reading Festival with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Reading Festival

Most Birmingham to Reading Festival buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Reading, Blagrave Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Reading Festival bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Reading Festival

Which Birmingham station do buses to Reading Festival leave from?

Buses from Birmingham to Reading Festival leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min

Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

More about Birmingham, Coach Station
Birmingham, Great Charles Street QueenswayGreat Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre

Bus822, X8, 12, 24, 126, 13, 23, X10, 829, 9 · 2m · £2 · every ~153 min

Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.

BirminghamUpper Crust Digbeth, Coach Station, 52-56 Spencer House, Birmingham B5 6DQ, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre

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Birmingham bus station facilities and services

Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.

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