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22:034h17Reading2:20Birmingham£431One-way0 changes- 23:0310h07Reading9:10Birmingham£561One-way0 changes
- 4:574h13Reading9:10Birmingham£611One-way0 changes
- 4:574h13Reading9:10Birmingham£611One-way0 changes
- 22:034h17Reading2:20Birmingham£431One-way0 changes
- 23:0310h07Reading9:10Birmingham£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Reading to Birmingham is train, with an average price of £34. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Reading to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 131 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Birmingham coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 6:55 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h30 | 11:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 8:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h50 | 13:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 10:23 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h57 | 15:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 11:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h02 | 16:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 13:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h42 | 18:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 15:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h27 | 19:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 16:23 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h37 | 21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 18:50 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h05 | 22:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 19:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h50 | 0:10 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h42 | 1:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX210 | 23:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 4h17 | 3:20 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
| 4:57 Reading | 4h13 | 9:10 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 12 buses per day from Reading to Birmingham, including direct buses, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Lowest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 7m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Megabus from Reading to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Reading to Birmingham with Megabus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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- 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.
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- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Birmingham
Most Reading to Birmingham buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Reading and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Most popular bus connections from Reading
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