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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Hemel Hempstead
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Hemel Hempstead will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Reading to Hemel Hempstead you need to make at least one change.
23:032h02Reading1:05Hemel Hempstead£481One-way1 change
- 23:032h02Reading1:05Hemel Hempstead£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Reading to Hemel Hempstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Hemel Hempstead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Hemel Hempstead coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:03 Reading | 2h02 | 1:05 Hemel Hempstead | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Hemel Hempstead
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Buses from Reading to Hemel Hempstead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:03. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 2m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 22:03 |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: RailAir from Reading to Hemel HempsteadYou can travel by bus between Reading to Hemel Hempstead with RailAir for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Hemel Hempstead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Hemel Hempstead
Most Reading to Hemel Hempstead buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Hemel Hempstead, Bridge Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Hemel Hempstead bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do buses to Hemel Hempstead 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.
Getting to Hemel Hempstead, Bridge Street from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Most popular bus connections from Reading
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