- Must visit
Ham House and Garden
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
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Compare train and coach for Reading to Richmond
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Richmond among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 46 km
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1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Richmond
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Buses from Reading to Richmond run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:36. The fastest coach covers the 46 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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 0:06 |
Last bus 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Complete guide to Richmond
Things to do in Richmond
Discover the best of Richmond — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Richmond trip today.
- Recommended
Museum of Richmond
Museum on Richmond’s local history, art and heritage, with displays on the town, the Thames and notable residents. Compact, informative and central.
- Recommended
Turner's House
Small gallery and museum dedicated to J. M. W. Turner in the house he designed. It offers an intimate view of the artist’s life and work.
- Must visit
Richmond Green
Large historic green framed by Georgian and Victorian buildings. It is ideal for a relaxed stroll and sits close to shops, theatres and riverside paths.
- Must visit
Richmond Park
Vast parkland of deer, woods and open grassland with excellent walking and cycling. It is one of Richmond’s classic outdoor attractions.
- Must visit
Richmond Hill
Famous terrace and viewpoint above the Thames with broad river views, gardens and woodland walks. A classic place for scenery and photographs.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire pudding
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding from the county, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday lunches across Richmondshire.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Yorkshire Wensleydale
Wensleydale cheese, made in nearby Wensleydale, is a crumbly cow’s milk cheese long associated with the Yorkshire Dales and often eaten with fruit cake.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire curd tart
Yorkshire curd tart is a traditional regional sweet tart made with curd cheese, eggs, butter and dried fruit, linked to old farmhouse baking.
The Garden Rooms at The Burgoyne Hotel
Smart hotel restaurant in a Georgian country house, serving refined British dishes with local ingredients in elegant surroundings.
Mocha
Well-known café and bakery by the market, good for Yorkshire cakes, pastries, light lunches and tea in a casual local atmosphere.
The White Swan
Popular riverside inn with modern British cooking, local produce and a relaxed dining room overlooking the River Swale.
Pound sterling (£)
Richmond is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel and dining costs due to its London location, though public transport and casual eating remain manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Reading to Richmond coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Reading to Richmond can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Richmond is £19; 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 Richmond is 1h 0m to travel the 46 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 Richmond leaves at 0:06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Richmond leaves at 23:36.
When departing from Reading , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Reading, Blagrave Street . When arriving in Richmond , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, 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.
A day trip to Richmond from Reading is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Richmond is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Richmond including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Richmond.
No, the coach from Reading to Richmond has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Reading to Richmond.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading to Richmond.
No, luggage for the coach from Reading to Richmond needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Reading to Richmond.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Richmond.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Richmond.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Reading to Richmond.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Richmond
Most Reading to Richmond buses use the Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Richmond 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 Richmond
Which Reading station do buses to Richmond leave from?
Buses from Reading to Richmond leave from Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The station is from Reading city centre at Mereoak Park & Ride, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7 1JL, 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.
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