The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Reading
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Reading will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 buses that leave York for Reading every day 1 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 but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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 York to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. 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 £51, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 278 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m 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
York to Reading bus times
The table below shows live departures for York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 York | 9h22 | 19:47 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 04:28 York | 10h00 | 14:28 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Reading
Buses from York to Reading run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 22:12. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 28m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:12 |
Bus providers: National Express from York to ReadingYou can travel by bus between York to Reading with National Express for as low as £51. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: York to Reading coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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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