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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Reading
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Reading will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.
Of the 4 buses that leave Swansea for Reading every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 47 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 Swansea to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 206 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Swansea to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Reading 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 Swansea | 6h47 | 20:47 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
| 00:10 Swansea | 6h37 | 06:47 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:10 Swansea | 6h07 | 07:17 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:00 Swansea | 6h05 | 09:05 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Reading
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Buses from Swansea to Reading run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £41 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 206 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Swansea to ReadingYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Reading with Megabus, National Express for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.
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