Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Leicester St Margarets bus station | Reading (University) Christchurch Green | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Reading (University) Christchurch Green | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester St Margarets bus station | Reading (University) Christchurch Green | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Reading (University) Christchurch Green | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Reading (University) Christchurch Green | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Reading
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Reading?
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom - C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3 - D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, 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
Compare bus companies
Based on 11410 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Reading by bus
What is the distance between Leicester and Reading?
The distance between Leicester and Reading is approximately 133 km (82 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Leicester to Reading?
Buses departing from St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station in Leicester will take you to Mereoak P& R in Reading.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leicester to Reading was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Reading, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $42 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-25.
