4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Reading
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Buses per day
3
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 £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
Of the 3 buses that leave Swansea for Reading 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 206 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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 £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. 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 £30, and a coach costs an average of £42.
Distance: 206 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m 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 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:20 Swansea | 6h50 | 05:10 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
| 03:10 Swansea | 6h35 | 09:45 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:20 Swansea | 5h53 | 10:13 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 Swansea to Reading.
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- 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 Swansea to Reading.
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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 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £30 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 206 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 53m |
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 £30. 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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