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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Philadelphia to Reading
The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Reading, US
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 Philadelphia to Reading?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Reading start from £12. The average price for this route is around £16. 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 Philadelphia to Reading?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Reading is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 49 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Reading route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Reading at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Reading?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Reading produces an estimated 2 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 Philadelphia to Reading?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Reading?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Reading?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Reading, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Reading, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £24 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-03.
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