Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Bath Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Mereoak P&R | 3 London Rd | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Mereoak P&R | Bath Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Bath Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mereoak P&R | Bath Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 15:52 GMT.
Get from Reading to Bath
The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Reading and Bath?
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
Stops in Bath
- ADorchester St, The bus station is located on Dorchester Street, close to the Avon riverbank. , Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA1 1SS, UK
- B3 London rd, Bath BA1 6QA, UK
- C
Bath University
274 Convocation Ave, Bath BA2, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading to Bath
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 Reading to Bath?
The cheapest coach tickets from Reading to Bath start from £8. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 Reading to Bath?
The average bus journey time from Reading to Bath is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 60 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Reading to Bath route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to Bath?
The earliest bus departs from Reading to Bath at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to Bath?
A bus journey from Reading to Bath 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 Reading to Bath?
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 29875 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Reading to Bath?
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 Reading to Bath?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reading to Bath?
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 Reading to Bath was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Bath as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £56 for a bus ticket from Reading to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2026-03-23.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
