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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Reading
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
9 h 3 m
Average duration
9 h 3 m
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 £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.
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 9 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 3 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 3 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 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 £53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. 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 £53, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 278 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m 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 tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:02 York | 9h03 | 16:05 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Reading
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Buses from York to Reading run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:03. The fastest coach covers the 278 km distance in 9h 3m.
Distance 278 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 9h 3m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:03 |
Bus providers: National Express from York to ReadingYou can travel by bus between York to Reading with National Express for as low as £53. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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