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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester St Margarets bus station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leicester St Margarets bus station | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £15, 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
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Based on 11420 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leicester to Reading
How far is Reading from Leicester by coach?
The journey from Leicester to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 82 miles (133 km).
What is the best way to go from Leicester to Reading without a car?
You can reach Reading from Leicester by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £15To 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 £15 to £30 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 £15, which is on 2025-11-25.
