The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 3 buses that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Reading station (RDG) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 2 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 coach and train for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 36 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:15 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h02 | 20:17 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:45 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h02 | 20:47 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG)
Buses from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 70 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:10, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 36 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 36 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 70 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, RailAir from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG)You can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) with National Express, Megabus, RailAir for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Reading station (RDG) 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 station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

