The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Romford
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Romford will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Reading to Romford you need to make at least 2 changes.
2:403h54Reading6:34Romford£1081One-way2 changes
3:4022h17Reading1:57Romford£1081One-way2 changes
22:034h56Reading2:59Romford£1081One-way2 changes
23:034h19Reading3:22Romford£1081One-way2 changes
2:403h54Reading6:34Romford£1081One-way2 changes
23:034h19Reading3:22Romford£1081One-way2 changes
22:034h56Reading2:59Romford£1081One-way2 changes
3:4022h17Reading1:57Romford£1081One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Reading to Romford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, and a coach costs an average of £108.
Distance: 81 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£108 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Romford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Romford coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:03 Reading | 4h49 | 2:52 Romford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:03 Reading | 4h19 | 3:22 Romford | 2 changes | |
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![]() | 2:40 Reading | 3h54 | 6:34 Romford | 2 changes | |
![]() | 3:40 Reading | 22h17 | 1:57 Romford | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Romford by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Reading to Romford coaches with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of RailAir to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Romford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Romford
Buses from Reading to Romford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £33 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 21:05. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 54m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 21:05 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, RailAir from Reading to RomfordYou can travel by bus between Reading to Romford with FlixBus, RailAir for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Romford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Romford 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 Romford, 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.
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