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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Glasgow to Reading from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
$87
tomorrow
Thursday
$73
Friday
$148
Saturday
$119
Sunday
$90
Monday
$81

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $87
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $112
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 14h 25m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 12:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $73
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $80
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $148
FlixBus 14h 25m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 12:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $149
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $188
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $84? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $84

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 14h 25m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 12:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $119
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $124
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $153
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $55? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $55

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $90
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $97
FlixBus 14h 25m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 12:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $104
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 5m 9:15 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 9:20 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $81
FlixBus 15h 25m 10:40 PM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 2:05 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $83
FlixBus 14h 25m 10:20 AM Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 12:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride  Economy $86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Reading via Birmingham, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      15h 55m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      12:45 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Glasgow to Reading is $48 on 9/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Glasgow and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Glasgow and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Glasgow to Reading. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Glasgow and Reading.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Glasgow to Reading, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Reading, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Glasgow to Reading

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Glasgow to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Glasgow to Reading starting from $48!

Cheapest Bus $48
Fastest Bus 12h 5m
Earliest Bus 9:15 PM
Latest Bus 10:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 332.7 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Glasgow to Reading

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Glasgow for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
Tuesday 08/25
$85
Wednesday 08/26
Thursday 08/27
$73
Friday 08/28
$148
Saturday 08/29
$119
Sunday 08/30
$90
Monday 08/31
$81
Tuesday 09/01
Wednesday 09/02
Thursday 09/03
$52
Friday 09/04
Saturday 09/05
Sunday 09/06
$57
Monday 09/07
Tuesday 09/08
$50
Wednesday 09/09
$49
Thursday 09/10
$52
Friday 09/11
$56
Saturday 09/12
$59
Sunday 09/13
$73
Monday 09/14
$57
Tuesday 09/15
$56
Wednesday 09/16
$48
Thursday 09/17
$49
Friday 09/18
$73
Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Glasgow to Reading, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $49, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Glasgow to Reading. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $59.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Reading, with $73. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $80.

How to save money travelling from Glasgow to Reading

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Glasgow to Reading in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Glasgow to Reading, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Glasgow to Reading are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Glasgow to Reading

These are the most booked bus companies between Glasgow to Reading from our users.

FlixBus from Glasgow to Reading

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Glasgow to Reading:

Cheapest Price $73
Fastest Bus 12h 5m
Earliest Bus 9:15 PM
Last Bus 10:40 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 8/24/2026

All bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Reading

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Glasgow and Reading.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Glasgow to Reading? Compare all modes of transports from Glasgow to Reading.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Glasgow to Reading

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Glasgow to Reading? Or which bus companies serve the route Glasgow to Reading? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Glasgow to Reading bus

How much does a Glasgow Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $48 and takes 14h 25m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Glasgow to Reading?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $48 and $188. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Reading.

On average, how many connections are available from Glasgow to Reading each day?

Every day, the Glasgow to Reading bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Glasgow to Reading take?

The fastest bus from Glasgow to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $112. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Glasgow to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Glasgow starts at 9:15 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Glasgow to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Glasgow for Reading starts at 10:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Glasgow Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Glasgow to Reading, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Glasgow and Reading by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Glasgow to Reading bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Glasgow Reading bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Glasgow Reading bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Glasgow to Reading on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Glasgow to Reading?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Glasgow and Reading. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Glasgow to Reading?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Glasgow and Reading change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Glasgow to Reading

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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