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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Newark to Reading
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Reading, US 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 Newark to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Reading start from $44. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Newark to Reading?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Reading is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 156 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Reading route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Reading at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Reading?
A bus trip from Newark to Reading generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Reading?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Reading, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Reading, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $79 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-02.
