Bus from Gatwick to Reading: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Gatwick to Reading on April 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
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National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
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National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Mereoak P&RNo tags
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Mereoak P&RNo tags
National ExpressBus
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
Mereoak P&RNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gatwick to Reading

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 1 hour 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1h 32mAverage Duration
66 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $57Average Duration3h 30m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$54 - $120Average Duration1h 32m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Reading by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gatwick to Reading?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gatwick to Reading start from $20. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Gatwick to Reading?

    The average bus travel time from Gatwick to Reading is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 64 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gatwick to Reading route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gatwick to Reading?

    The earliest bus departs from Gatwick to Reading at 9:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gatwick to Reading?

    A bus trip from Gatwick to Reading generates an estimated 1.582125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gatwick to Reading?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29881 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gatwick to Reading?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Gatwick to Reading?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gatwick to Reading?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-01
No data
04-02
$37
Today
$22
04-04
No data
04-05
$22
04-06
No data
04-07
$22
04-08
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Reading was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $37 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-04-07.

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