Bus Tickets from Birmingham to Reading

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TodayJul 17
from US$26
TomorrowJul 18
SatJul 19
SunJul 20
from US$33
MonJul 21
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WedJul 23
from US$28
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Cheap buses leaving Sunday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 20 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: July 21 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 20 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: July 21 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 20 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 20 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 20 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
    Arrival time: July 20 at
    Destination city: Reading
    Destination location: Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Reading

Bus
Average PriceUS$29 - US$100Average Duration6h 20m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$36 - US$262Average Duration1h 38m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$11 - US$19Average Duration1h 40m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Birmingham to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage Duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham to Reading: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$41
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 20m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure3:00am
Distance135 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

Birmingham to Reading Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Reading

  1. What is the distance between Birmingham and Reading?

    Birmingham and Reading are 131 km (82 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Birmingham to Reading?

    Buses departing from Coach Station in Birmingham will take you to Mereoak P&R in Reading.

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

Best price found
07-15
US$25
07-16
US$32
Today
US$23
07-18
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07-19
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07-20
US$30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Reading was searched and found on Jul 17, 2025 with a price of US$23

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

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-07-20.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Bus from Birmingham to Reading

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Train from Birmingham to Reading

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