The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Paris
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Paris will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 buses that leave Reading for Paris every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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 coach, flight and train for Reading to Paris
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Reading to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 374 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Paris coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 13h15 | 09:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
![]() | 04:45 Reading | 11h55 | 16:40 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:55 Reading | 11h40 | 03:35 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Paris by coach, flight or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Paris
Buses from Reading to Paris run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 374 km distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 374 km |
Average bus duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Reading to ParisYou can travel by bus between Reading to Paris with FlixBus 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 Paris coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Paris
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
Most popular bus connections from Reading
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