Find coaches from Preston to Reading

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Next departures from Preston to Reading on 27 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Preston Bus Station
Reading (University) Christchurch GreenNo tags
FlixBus
Preston Bus Station
Reading (University) Christchurch GreenNo tags
FlixBus
Preston Bus Station
Reading (University) Christchurch GreenNo tags
FlixBus
Preston Bus Station
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideNo tags
FlixBus
Preston Bus Station
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Preston to Reading

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$61Average duration11h 10m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$41 - US$41Average duration3h 20m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Preston to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 10mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Preston to Reading: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$49
Average bus trip duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:15
Distance178 miles

Preston to Reading Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Reading

  1. What's the distance between Preston and Reading by coach?

    The distance between Preston and Reading by coach is approximately 176 miles (283 km).

  2. How can I get from Preston to Reading without driving?

    The best way to go from Preston to Reading without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Preston to Reading, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Preston to Reading that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Preston to Reading, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

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