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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leeds City Bus Station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leeds Cultural Stop C | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Reading?
Stops in Leeds
- AYork Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
- C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK - D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK - E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK - F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK
Stops in Reading
- AMereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
- B
Bath Road
Bath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK - C
Reading
25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom
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Based on 11989 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Reading by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Leeds to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Leeds to Reading start from $32. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Leeds to Reading?
The average bus travel time from Leeds to Reading is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 269 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Leeds to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leeds to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Leeds to Reading at 4:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leeds to Reading?
A bus trip from Leeds to Reading generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Reading was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leeds to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $71 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-01-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Leeds to Reading?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
