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Compare prices and tickets St Albans to Reading by coach or train
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Why should you book St Albans to Reading coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as Arriva Herts and Essex or Arriva UK offer coaches services from St Albans to Reading.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from St Albans to Reading.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva Herts and Essex or Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from St Albans to Reading.
- 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 St Albans to Reading.
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 St Albans to Reading.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Albans to Reading
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Take a bus from St Albans to Reading and enjoy the approximately 55 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:19, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 2h 42m.
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 £39
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 42m |
First bus 00:19 |
Last bus 18:00 |
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 £39
Bus providers: National Express, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK from St Albans to ReadingYou can travel by bus between St Albans to Reading with National Express, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK for as low as £39. 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
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.
Arriva Herts and Essex
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 42m
Arriva Herts and Essex frequency
22 a day
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
Arriva UK frequency
3 a day
FAQs: St Albans to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The average journey time by coach from St Albans to Reading is 2h 42m to travel the 55 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 St Albans to Reading leaves at 0:19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from St Albans to Reading leaves at 18:00.
There are 5 coaches a day from St Albans to Reading which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from St Albans to Reading, you can count on National Express, Arriva Herts and Essex, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Reading. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between St Albans and Reading and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Reading from St Albans is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 42m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Albans to Reading is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between St Albans and Reading including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from St Albans to Reading:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from St Albans to Reading for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from St Albans to Reading 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 St Albans to Reading.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from St Albans to Reading:
- 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 St Albans to Reading:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Albans to Reading.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from St Albans to Reading with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from St Albans to Reading with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from St Albans to Reading with the following coach company: National Express.
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