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Tomorrow19 Jun
from US$52
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: The Hard Interchange
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: The Hard Interchange
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: The Hard Interchange
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: The Hard Interchange
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 June at
    Departure city: Portsmouth
    Departure location: The Hard Interchange
    Arrival time: 19 June at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portsmouth to Reading

Bus
Average priceUS$52 - US$72Average duration2h 55m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$53 - US$53Average duration1h 47m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Portsmouth to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1h 47mAverage duration
US$53Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portsmouth to Reading: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$59
Average bus trip duration2h 55m
Number of daily buses6.384615384615385
Earliest bus departure03:20
Distance46 miles
Latest bus departure20:10

Portsmouth to Reading Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Portsmouth - Reading

  1. How far is Reading from Portsmouth by coach?

    The journey from Portsmouth to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 46 miles (74 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Reading from Portsmouth without a car?

    The best way to go from Portsmouth to Reading without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portsmouth to Reading was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$50

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

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$69 for a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Portsmouth to Reading.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Portsmouth to Reading will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Portsmouth to Reading while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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