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Compare train and coach for Reading to Walsall
The cheapest option from Reading to Walsall is train, with an average price of £30. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Reading to Walsall among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 143 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£52 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Reading to Walsall by train or coach
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Why should you book Reading to Walsall coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as National Express offer coaches services from Reading to Walsall.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Reading to Walsall.
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Walsall.
- 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 Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Walsall.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Walsall.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Walsall.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Walsall
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Typically, there are 4 buses per day from Reading to Walsall, including direct buses, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 6h 59m.
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 £24
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 59m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £24
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Reading to WalsallYou can travel by bus between Reading to Walsall with Megabus, National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£21
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
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
6h 59m
Cheapest Price
£51
National Express frequency
4 a day
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.
FAQs: Reading to Walsall coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest coach from Reading to Walsall leaves at 1:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Reading to Walsall leaves at 21:45.
There are 4 coaches a day from Reading to Walsall which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Reading to Walsall, you can count on Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to Walsall. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Reading and Walsall and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Reading to Walsall is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Reading and Walsall including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Reading to Walsall:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Reading to Walsall for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Reading to Walsall depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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 Walsall.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Reading to Walsall:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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 Walsall:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Reading to Walsall.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Reading to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Reading to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Reading to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Walsall
Most Reading to Walsall buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Walsall, Hatherton Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Walsall bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Reading
Arrival bus stations in Walsall
Which Reading station do buses to Walsall leave from?
Buses from Reading to Walsall leave from Reading, Blagrave Street. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading RG1 1PZ, UK.
Reading, Blagrave StreetReading RG1 1PZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Bus19a, 19c · 1h 21m · £2
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Walsall, Hatherton Road
City-centre transport
Getting to Walsall, Hatherton Road from Walsall city centre
Bus22 · 14m · every ~3 min
X51 · 14m · £2 · every ~16 min
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