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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to York
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to York will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 3 buses that leave Reading for York every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 57 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 York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 278 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to York coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:25 Reading | 9h45 | 19:10 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:25 Reading | 9h15 | 20:40 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to York
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Buses from Reading to York run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 8h 59m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 8h 59m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Bus providers: National Express from Reading to YorkYou can travel by bus between Reading to York with National Express for as low as £49. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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