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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Reading
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Reading will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Reading you need to make at least one change.
NXA8 · NX032 · RRRA110:405h29Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station16:09Reading, Blagrave Street£551One-way2 changes- NXA8 · NXA40 · RRRA123:505h20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station5:10Reading, Blagrave Street£591One-way2 changes
- NX727 · RRRA16:403h25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station10:05Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
- NX728 · RRRA119:253h21Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station22:46Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
- NX727 · RRRA14:453h32Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station8:17Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
- NX727 · RRRA19:003h05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station12:05Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
- NX727 · RRRA12:303h11Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station5:41Reading, Blagrave Street£651One-way1 change
- NX727 · RRRA110:153h11Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station13:26Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
- NX727 · RRRA114:553h14Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station18:09Reading, Blagrave Street£631One-way1 change
- NX728 · RRRA119:253h21Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station22:46Reading, Blagrave Street£611One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 98 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£54 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Reading coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 2:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h11 | 5:41 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 4:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h32 | 8:17 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 6:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 9:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 10:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h11 | 13:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX032 · RRRA1 | Delayed 18:20 10:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h29 | 16:09 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2 changes | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h34 | 16:49 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX727 · RRRA1 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h14 | 18:09 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX728 · RRRA1 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h32 | 20:47 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NX728 · RRRA1 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 3h21 | 22:46 Reading, Blagrave Street | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NXA40 · RRRA1 | On time 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h20 | 5:10 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Reading
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Reading run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to ReadingYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Reading with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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