The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Reading
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 27 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Reading will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bradford for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 8 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 27 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £54.
Distance: 265 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bradford to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Reading coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 Bradford | 8h27 | 21:17 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Reading
Buses from Bradford to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £34 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 265 km distance in 8h 27m.
Distance 265 km |
Average bus duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 27m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Bradford to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Reading 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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