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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Slough
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Slough will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Reading for Slough 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 27 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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 Slough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 27 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Slough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Slough coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:03 Reading | 1h50 | 23:53 Slough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
| 12:25 Reading | 2h20 | 14:45 Slough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Slough
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Buses from Reading to Slough run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 27 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 27 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 00:18 |
Last bus 23:03 |
Bus providers: National Express, Reading Buses from Reading to SloughYou can travel by bus between Reading to Slough with National Express, Reading Buses for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Slough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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