Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Union Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Reading
The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11982 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £30
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Washington, DC, US to Reading, US
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 Washington to Reading?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Reading start from £30. The average price for this route is around £43. 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 Washington to Reading?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Reading is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Reading at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Reading?
A bus journey from Washington to Reading produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Reading, US was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Reading, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £26 to £47 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2026-01-10.
