- Must visit
Coventry Transport Museum
Major museum on Britain’s road transport story, with cycles, cars and interactive displays in the city centre.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Coventry
Showing times and prices for 01 Aug
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
112 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Coventry will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Fast coaches
Of the 3 buses that leave Reading for Coventry every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 112 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 17 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.
10:037h17Reading17:20Coventry£471One-way0 changes- 3:406h25Reading10:05Coventry£481One-way0 changes
- 16:496h26Reading23:15Coventry£491One-way0 changes
- 3:406h25Reading10:05Coventry£481One-way0 changes
- 16:496h26Reading23:15Coventry£491One-way0 changes
- 10:037h17Reading17:20Coventry£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 112 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£46 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Coventry coaches for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · NX032 · NX460 | 15:44 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h51 | 22:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NX460 | 15:44 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h51 | 22:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX032 · NX460 | 17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h32 | 0:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NX460 | 17:43 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h32 | 0:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX032 · NX422 | 19:01 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h54 | 1:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NX422 | 19:01 Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h54 | 1:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX030 · NX460 | 19:31 Reading, Blagrave Street | 7h24 | 2:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NX460 | 19:31 Reading, Blagrave Street | 7h24 | 2:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
| 3:40 Reading | 6h25 | 10:05 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:03 Reading | 7h17 | 17:20 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Megabus as well as National Express offer coaches services from Reading to Coventry.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Coventry.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Coventry.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Coventry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Reading to Coventry run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 112 km distance in 3h 50m.
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
Distance 112 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:03 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Reading to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Reading to Coventry with Megabus, National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£20
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
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
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
£46
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.
Complete guide to Coventry
Things to do in Coventry
Discover the best of Coventry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coventry trip today.
- Must visit
The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Free museum in the cathedral quarter exploring local history, global connections and social change through varied galleries.
- Recommended
Mead Gallery
Compact gallery on the University of Warwick campus presenting modern and contemporary art in changing exhibitions.
- Must visit
Broadgate
Pedestrian-friendly city-centre square known for the Lady Godiva statue and nearby historic and cultural sights.
- Recommended
University Square
Central square and public gathering place beside the cathedrals, often used for events and a useful base for exploring.
- Recommended
Spon Street
Restored medieval shopping street with timber-framed buildings, independent shops and a strong sense of old Coventry.
- Vegetarian
Coventry Godcake
A spiced boiled pork sausage linked to medieval Coventry. It is a historic local speciality once famed across the city.
Coventry Godcakes
A triangular puff pastry filled with minced meat, onion and spices, traditionally served at fairs and festivities in Coventry.
- Gluten-free
Warwickshire Blue
Blue cheese made in nearby Warwickshire from cow’s milk. Creamy, rich and closely associated with the historic county around Coventry.
Selminas Restaurant Bar
Well-known Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a smart, busy atmosphere.
Jinseon Korean BBQ Restaurant
Popular city-centre Indian restaurant known for curries and tandoori dishes in a lively yet polished setting.
The Garden Room Restaurant
Stylish modern British dining inside Coombe Abbey Hotel, suited to a more refined meal in historic surroundings.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and everyday costs suit most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafés: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
National Express West Midlands mTicket
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Pool Meadow Bus Station -> Broadgate, Coventry
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Adult bus single fares in the West Midlands are capped at £3, and day tickets start from £5.50 on official TfWM fares pages.
- Pool Meadow Bus Station is a short walk from Broadgate in the city centre. Contactless payment is accepted on West Midlands buses.
FAQs: Reading to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Reading to Coventry can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Coventry is £46; 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 Reading to Coventry is 3h 50m to travel the 112 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 Reading to Coventry leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Coventry leaves at 23:03.
There are 14 coaches a day from Reading to Coventry which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading to Coventry, you can count on Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to Coventry. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading and Coventry and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Reading , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Reading, Blagrave Street, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride . When arriving in Coventry , you can end your route in coach stations like Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Reading, Blagrave Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Coventry from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Coventry is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Coventry including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading to Coventry:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Coventry for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading to Coventry depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
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 Reading to Coventry.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Coventry:
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Coventry:
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Coventry.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading to Coventry with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Coventry with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading to Coventry with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Coventry
Most Reading to Coventry buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Coventry bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Reading
Arrival bus stations in Coventry
Which Reading station do buses to Coventry leave from?
Buses from Reading to Coventry leave from Reading, Blagrave Street. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading RG1 1PZ, UK.
Reading, Blagrave StreetReading RG1 1PZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Bus19a, 19c · 1h 21m · £2
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 Coventry station do buses from Reading arrive at?
Buses from Reading to Coventry most often arrive at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Coventry arrival station.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus StationFairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station from Coventry city centre
Bus87, 51, 188 · 3m · £2 · every ~8 min
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
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