How far is Reading from Bristol by coach?

The distance between Bristol and Reading by coach is approximately 70 miles (113 km).

Is there a way to reach Reading from Bristol without a car?

You can travel to Reading from Bristol by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Bristol to Reading from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	09:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 25m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	10:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 50m	14:50	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	12:30	Bristol Uni of West England	1h 30m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 30m	10:45	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	09:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 25m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 30m	10:45	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	09:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 25m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 10m	10:20	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 35m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	CheapestFastest
Bus	05:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 50m	10:20	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	08:02	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 23m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags
Bus	05:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 50m	10:20	Mereoak P&R	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 50m	10:20	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 25m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:10	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 10m	10:20	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	07:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 35m	11:25	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Reading on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 45m	14:00	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 30m	20:45	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	Fastest
Bus	05:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 30m	10:45	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	09:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 25m	13:05	Mereoak P&R	No tags
Bus	03:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	1h 35m	04:40	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Reading

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

70 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £45	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £171	Average duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £16	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

First Badgerline

4/520 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi1.7

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Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Reading?

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bristol to Reading

How far is Reading from Bristol by coach?
The distance between Bristol and Reading by coach is approximately 70 miles (113 km).
Is there a way to reach Reading from Bristol without a car?
You can travel to Reading from Bristol by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£29

17/11

£15

Today

£8

19/11

£8

20/11

£9

21/11

£14

22/11

£15

23/11

£10

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Reading was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £38 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually First Badgerline, 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.