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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Stansted
Showing times and prices for 12 Apr
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Stansted is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Stansted will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Fast coaches
To travel from Reading to Stansted you need to make at least one change.
RRRA1 · NX72717:263h14Reading, Blagrave Street20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£571One-way1 change- RRRA1 · NX035 · NXA83:405h10Reading, Blagrave Street8:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£591One-way2 changes
- RRRA1 · NX025 · NXA823:035h27Reading, Blagrave Street4:30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£601One-way2 changes
- RRRA1 · NX025 · NXA822:035h12Reading, Blagrave Street3:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£601One-way2 changes
- RRRA1 · NX72719:263h14Reading, Blagrave Street22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£601One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX7285:572h58Reading, Blagrave Street8:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£661One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX7287:273h08Reading, Blagrave Street10:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£661One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX72717:263h14Reading, Blagrave Street20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£571One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX72719:263h14Reading, Blagrave Street22:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£601One-way1 change
- RRRA1 · NX7278:573h28Reading, Blagrave Street12:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Reading to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £47.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£56 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Stansted coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 11 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RRRA1 · NX030 · NXA8 | On time 2:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h10 | 7:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NXA8 | On time 2:20 Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h10 | 7:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX035 · NXA8 | On time 2:40 Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h10 | 7:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| RRRA1 · NX728 | 4:57 Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h58 | 7:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX728 | 6:27 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h08 | 9:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 7:57 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h28 | 11:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 9:56 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h29 | 13:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 11:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h29 | 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 13:56 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h44 | 17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 16:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h14 | 19:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 18:26 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h14 | 21:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX727 | 20:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 3h47 | 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| RRRA1 · NX025 · NXA8 | On time 21:03 Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h12 | 2:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book Reading to Stansted coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Reading to Stansted.
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Stansted.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Stansted.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Stansted
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Buses from Reading to Stansted run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £29 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 3h 14m.
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 £29
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 14m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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 £29
Bus providers: National Express from Reading to StanstedYou can travel by bus between Reading to Stansted with National Express for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
£47
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Reading to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Stansted 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 Stansted, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Reading to Stansted can start from as little as £47 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Reading to Stansted is £56; 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 Stansted is 3h 14m to travel the 97 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 Stansted leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Stansted leaves at 23:50.
There are 13 coaches a day from Reading to Stansted which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Reading , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Reading, Blagrave Street, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride . When arriving in Stansted , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Reading, Blagrave Street, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Stansted from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Stansted is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading to Stansted:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading to Stansted depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Reading to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Stansted:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Stansted:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Stansted
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Stansted
Reading, Blagrave Street
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Accessibility
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