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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG)
Showing times and prices for 20 Jun
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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 Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Fast coaches
Of the 34 buses that leave Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) for Reading station (RDG) every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
RRRA17:000h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 57:40Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes- RRRA114:420h43London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 515:25Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA114:020h45London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 514:47Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA110:410h44London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 511:25Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA118:270h42London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 519:09Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA17:000h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 57:40Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA122:350h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 523:15Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA16:000h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 56:40Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA15:000h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 55:40Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
- RRRA121:270h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 522:07Reading, Blagrave Street£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 34 km
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 | 4:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h41 | 5:11 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 5:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h41 | 5:41 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 5:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h42 | 6:12 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 6:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h42 | 6:42 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 6:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h45 | 7:15 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 7:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h47 | 7:47 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h47 | 8:17 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 8:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h46 | 8:46 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 8:21 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h45 | 9:06 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 8:41 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 9:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 9:01 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 9:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 9:21 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 10:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 10:01 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 10:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 10:41 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 11:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 11:21 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 12:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 12:01 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 12:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 12:42 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 13:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 13:22 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 14:06 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 14:02 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h45 | 14:47 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 14:42 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h46 | 15:28 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 15:22 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h47 | 16:09 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 16:02 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h47 | 16:49 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 16:42 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h49 | 17:31 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 17:22 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h47 | 18:09 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 18:02 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h44 | 18:46 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 18:42 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h43 | 19:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 19:22 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 20:02 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 20:07 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 20:47 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 20:37 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 21:17 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 21:07 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 21:47 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 21:36 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 22:16 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 22:06 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 22:46 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 22:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 23:15 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| RRRA1 | 23:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0h40 | 0:15 Reading, Blagrave Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as Megabus or RailAir offer coaches services from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or RailAir to find the best option for your trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or RailAir to find the best option for your trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 26 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 35m.
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 34 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 3:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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: National Express, Megabus, RailAir from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG)You can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) with National Express, Megabus, RailAir for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£15
National Express frequency
27 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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
59m
Cheapest Price
£29
Megabus frequency
24 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.
RailAir
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£28
RailAir frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) is £27; 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) is 35m to travel the 34 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) leaves at 3:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 26 direct coaches a day from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) with National Express, Megabus, RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG), you can count on National Express, Megabus, RailAir for the best way to get you to Reading station (RDG). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Reading station (RDG) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Reading station (RDG) from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and Reading station (RDG) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG):
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) 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.
- 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.
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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG):
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG):
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
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