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| 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 | Great Charles Street Queensway | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Great Charles Street Queensway | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Reading and Birmingham?
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 Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading to Birmingham
How far is Birmingham from Reading by coach?
The journey from Reading to Birmingham by coach covers an approximate distance of 82 miles (131 km).
Is there a way to reach Birmingham from Reading without a car?
You can reach Birmingham from Reading by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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 Birmingham was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £41 for a bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-26.
