The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Reading
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
7 h 32 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Reading will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 buses that leave Loughborough for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 147 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 32 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 32 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 train and coach for Loughborough to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 147 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Reading coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:45 Loughborough | 7h32 | 20:17 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Reading
Buses from Loughborough to Reading run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £38 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:09. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 53m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:09 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Loughborough to ReadingYou can travel by bus between Loughborough to Reading with Megabus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Loughborough to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- 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.
- 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).
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- 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.
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