Oxford to Reading bus with National Express

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  • CrossCountry
    9:291h11
    Oxford
    10:40Reading
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    15:502h53
    Oxford
    18:43Reading
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    14:502h53
    Oxford
    17:43Reading
    £561One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Oxford to Reading

The cheapest option from Oxford to Reading is train, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Reading among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

Distance: 38 km

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£55

Average Price

£10

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Cheapest option

1h 52m

Average total duration

1h 22m

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30m

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55m

Average total duration

Fastest option

25m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Why should you book Oxford to Reading coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Thames Travel offer coaches services from Oxford to Reading.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Reading.

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 Thames Travel to find the best option for your trip from Oxford 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 train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Reading.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Reading.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Reading

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Typically, there are 25 buses per day from Oxford to Reading, including direct buses, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 1h 11m.

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 £5
Distance
38 km
Average bus duration
1h 22m
Lowest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
25
Fastest bus
1h 11m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
2 days
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 £5

Bus providers: National Express, Thames Travel from Oxford to ReadingYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Reading with National Express, Thames Travel for as low as £5. 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
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
£54
National Express frequency
25 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.

Thames Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£4
Thames Travel frequency
17 a day

FAQs: Oxford to Reading coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Oxford to Reading leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Reading leaves at 23:40.
There are 25 coaches a day from Oxford to Reading which require at least one change with National Express, Thames Travel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Reading, you can count on National Express, Thames Travel for the best way to get you to Reading. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Reading and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station . When arriving in Reading , you can end your route in coach stations like Reading, Blagrave Street, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Reading, Blagrave Street, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Reading is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Reading including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Reading:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Reading for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Reading 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 Oxford to Reading.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Reading:
  • 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 Oxford to Reading:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Reading.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Reading with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Reading with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Reading with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Reading

Most Oxford to Reading buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Reading, Blagrave Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Reading bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Reading

Which Oxford station do buses to Reading leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Reading leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

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