The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Stratford
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Stratford will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Reading for Stratford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
14:051h05Reading15:10Stratford£161One-way0 changes
14:051h05Reading15:10Stratford£161One-way0 changes
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 £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 67 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Stratford coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 11 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:05 Reading | 1h05 | 15:10 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Stratford
Buses from Reading to Stratford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 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 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 21:05 |
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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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