How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to Reading?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Reading start from $16. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Swansea to Reading?

The average bus travel time from Swansea to Reading is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 207 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Swansea to Reading route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to Reading?

The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Reading at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Reading?

A bus trip from Swansea to Reading generates an estimated 5 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 Swansea to Reading?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Reading?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to Reading?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to Reading?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Swansea to Reading from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	6h 5m	4:40am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:25pm	Swansea	6h 15m	4:40am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 30m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 22m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 5m	12:05pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 5m	12:05pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 40m	3:45pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 32m	3:45pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	4:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 35m	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 35m	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 30m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 22m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	7h 45m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	7h 45m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 30m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 22m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	7h 45m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	7h 45m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 30m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 22m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	4:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 30m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 30m	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Reading on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	3h 30m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Cheapest
Bus	12:13pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	3h 22m	3:35pm	Mereoak P&R	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 5m	12:05pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	6h	2:00pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	8h 5m	12:05pm	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:32 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Swansea to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

206 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $90	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $268	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Reading?

Stops in Swansea

A
Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK
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B
Swansea Bus Station
Plymouth Street, Swansea SA1, Wales, United Kingdom
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C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK

Stops in Reading

A
Mereoak P&R
Mereoak Ln, Three Mile Cross, Reading RG7, UK
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B
Bath Road
Bath Rd, Reading RG31 7BS, UK
C
Reading
25 Cross Street, Reading, RG1 1ST, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,510 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,748 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29748 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $16

National Express Swansea Reading recent customer reviews

it was good but very unclear and instructions were wrong, without help of staff would have gotten on wrong coach

Joshua H.

August 26, 2021

Easy, no problems

Caroline H.

November 24, 2018

Will definitely use again. Drivers were very helpful and friendly

Jenna P.

April 16, 2018

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Reading start from $16. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Swansea to Reading?
The average bus travel time from Swansea to Reading is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 207 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Reading at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Reading?
A bus trip from Swansea to Reading generates an estimated 5 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 Swansea to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Reading?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-01

$21

12-02

$31

Today

$21

12-04

$31

12-05

$26

12-06

$21

12-07

$26

12-08

$21

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Reading was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swansea to Reading, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $92 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-06.

What's the cheapest way to go from Swansea to Reading?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time5h 50m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 25m	Avg Price$125	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time4h	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures1