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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Reading
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
10 h 6 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Reading will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Preston to Reading you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 283 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £144 Average Price |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Reading coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX181 · NX540 · NX025 · RRRA1 | 03:20 Preston, Bus Station | 10h06 | 13:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3 changes | |
| NX181 · NX540 · NX035 · RRRA1 | 03:20 Preston, Bus Station | 10h06 | 13:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Reading
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Buses from Preston to Reading run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £37 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 10h 11m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 11m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Preston to ReadingYou can travel by bus between Preston to Reading with Megabus, National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Preston to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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