The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Middlesbrough
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Middlesbrough will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £64.
Of the 1 buses that leave Reading for Middlesbrough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 347 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 347 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Middlesbrough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Middlesbrough 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 |
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![]() | 02:40 Reading | 9h15 | 11:55 Middlesbrough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Middlesbrough
Buses from Reading to Middlesbrough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 347 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 347 km |
Average bus duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Reading to MiddlesbroughYou can travel by bus between Reading to Middlesbrough with Megabus, National Express for as low as £56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Middlesbrough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough, 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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