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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 | Great Charles Street Queensway | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Reading?
Stops in Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Reading
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Reading start from £14. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Reading?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Reading is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 84 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Reading at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Reading?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Reading produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 29741 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Reading?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Reading was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Reading as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £32 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-03.
