London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£36

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£36

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

2 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

2 h 21 m

Buses on 13 Oct

2

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.

Fast coaches

On Tue 13 Oct, we found 2 buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG), including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 26 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.

  • National Express
    21:002h15
    London Victoria (VIC)
    23:15Reading station (RDG)
    £361One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    11:002h26
    London Victoria (VIC)
    13:26Reading station (RDG)
    £361One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG)

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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £19 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 10:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19
Distance
57 km
Average bus duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Buses per day
28
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
10:30
Last bus
21:00
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19

Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express11:00 London Victoria (VIC)
2h26
13:26 Reading station (RDG)0 changesdirect
National Express19:30 London Victoria (VIC)
2h46
22:16 Reading station (RDG)0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG).
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Bus providers: National Express from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) with National Express for as low as £19. 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 National Express Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£33
National Express frequency
33 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.

FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) is £38; 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) is 1h 30m to travel the 57 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) leaves at 10:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) leaves at 21:00.
There are 28 coaches a day from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Reading station (RDG). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Victoria (VIC) and Reading station (RDG) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Reading station (RDG) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG):
  • 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Reading station (RDG) with the following coach company: National Express.

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