The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hemel Hempstead to Reading
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Reading you need to make at least 2 changes.
11:343h42Hemel Hempstead15:16ReadingFind prices2 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hemel Hempstead to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Hemel Hempstead to Reading by coach or train
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Why should you book Hemel Hempstead to Reading coaches with Omio?
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 Red Eagle, Vale Travel, Arriva UK or Carousel Buses to find the best option for your trip from Hemel Hempstead to Reading.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Hemel Hempstead to Reading.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Hemel Hempstead to Reading.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hemel Hempstead to Reading
Buses from Hemel Hempstead to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:10, the last at 22:03. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 3:10 |
Last bus 22:03 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Red Eagle, Vale Travel, Arriva UK, Carousel Buses from Hemel Hempstead to ReadingYou can travel by bus between Hemel Hempstead to Reading with National Express, Red Eagle, Vale Travel, Arriva UK, Carousel Buses for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Red Eagle
Vale Travel
Arriva UK
Carousel Buses
FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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