Reading to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct

Cheapest price on 04 Oct

£36

Average ticket price on 04 Oct

£39

Fastest journey on 04 Oct

1 h 58 m

Average journey duration on 04 Oct

2 h 2 m

Buses on 04 Oct

64

Distance

59 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Reading to London will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.

Fast coaches

To travel from Reading to London you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
    16:262h54
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    19:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
    16:262h34
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    19:00London, Earl's Court
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
    5:272h28
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    7:55London, Earl's Court
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
    14:262h54
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    17:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £371One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032
    14:262h29
    Reading, Blagrave Street
    16:55London, Earl's Court
    £371One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Reading to London

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Buses from Reading to London run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 1h 0m.

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
59 km
Average bus duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
42
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:58
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 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

Live departures

Reading to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to London coaches for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02512:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h07
15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03213:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03213:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
15:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02513:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03013:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h42
16:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03214:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h57
17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03214:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h32
16:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03515:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03515:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h22
17:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02515:43 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX032 · NX04016:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
4h27
20:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road2 changes
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03216:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h57
19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03216:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h37
19:00 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02517:49 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h46
20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03217:49 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h31
20:20 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03518:50 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03518:50 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
20:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03219:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h00
22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03219:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
22:00 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03020:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h07
22:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03020:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02520:23 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03521:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
23:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03521:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
23:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02522:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h27
0:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02522:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
0:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02523:03 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h47
1:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
Sunday 4 October
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0303:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0253:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
5:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0303:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
5:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0253:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
5:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0353:40 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h40
6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0353:40 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
6:05 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0324:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h30
6:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0324:20 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h10
6:30 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0254:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h25
7:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0254:55 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h05
7:00 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0325:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
7:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0255:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0355:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0355:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h03
8:00 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0255:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h03
8:00 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0326:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h53
9:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0326:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
8:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0256:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h33
9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0357:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h23
9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0357:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
1h58
9:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0257:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h33
10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0308:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h53
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0358:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h53
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX030 · NX0408:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
4h58
13:25 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road2 changes
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX035 · NX0408:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
4h58
13:25 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road2 changes
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0358:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
10:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0308:27 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
10:55 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0258:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h33
12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0359:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h53
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0329:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h53
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0359:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
12:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX0329:57 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h28
12:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX02510:26 Reading, Blagrave Street
3h04
13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03010:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h54
13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03010:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
13:25 London, Earl's Court1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03511:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h54
14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
National ExpressRRRA1 · NX03511:56 Reading, Blagrave Street
2h29
14:25 London, Earl's Court1 change

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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Reading to LondonYou can travel by bus between Reading to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£10
FlixBus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 National Express Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest National Express Price
£33
National Express frequency
42 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.

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Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

Coaches from Reading to London

National Express offers a fast and frequent direct coach service from Reading in Berkshire to London Victoria Coach Station.  Services depart from the National Express stop, which is located five miles outside the city centre. All services also make an earlier stop at London Earls Court. 

Which coach companies travel from Reading to London?

Coaches from Reading to London Victoria are operated by National Express Coaches. National Express is the UK’s leading coach carrier. All National Express coaches to London terminate at London Victoria Coach station, including all services from Reading.

How long is the coach from Reading to London?

The journey time for direct coach services from Reading to London Victoria varies from just one hour and ten minutes to up to two hours for the morning rush hour service.  Most of the services, however, take approximately one and a half hours. Coaches from Reading to London Victoria also stop at London Earls Court, arriving there around one hour after departing from Reading.

How many coaches are there from Reading to London?

From Monday to Thursday, there are 11 direct coach services per day from Reading to London, the first departing at 7:00 a.m. and the last shortly before 8:00 p.m. These same services operate over the weekend, but on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, there is an additional service that departs Reading late in the evening, arriving in London in the early hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Reading to London?

Departure bus station: National Express coaches depart from the Reading Coachway stop, which is located five miles outside of the city centre, close to junction 12 of the M4.  The coach stop can be reached via local bus services from Reading town centre or by taxi. The journey time by local bus to the Reading National Express Stop is around 20 minutes. The weekend midnight service departs from Mereoak Park and Ride, which is situated close to junction 11 of the M4.

Arrival bus station:  All coaches from Reading terminate at London Victoria Coach Station, the city’s main coach terminus located to the southwest of Central London. The coach station is a short walk from Victoria Overground and Underground station and from here it’s possible to reach much of London via tube, bus or train.

FAQs: Reading to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Reading to London can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to London is £38; 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 London is 1h 0m to travel the 59 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 London leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to London leaves at 23:58.
There are 42 coaches a day from Reading to London which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading and London 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 London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Earl's Court, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Terminal 3 (Stops 7-8), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Baker Street Station, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Heathrow Airport (T2 - Arrivals), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Marble Arch, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, St John's Wood, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, Hatton Cross Station (Stop B).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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading to London 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Reading to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Reading to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Reading and London

Most Reading to London buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. Use this guide to compare Reading and London 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 London

Which Reading station do buses to London leave from?

Buses from Reading to London leave from Reading, Blagrave Street. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading RG1 1PZ, UK.
Reading, Blagrave StreetReading RG1 1PZ, UKAccessibility
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.

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