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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 67 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Stratford coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 20:40 Reading | 1h00 | 21:40 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Stratford
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Buses from Reading to Stratford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 21:05. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 67 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 21:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Reading to Stratford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Stratford
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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