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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Bath

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

today
$19
tomorrow
Friday
$68
Saturday
$68
Sunday
$22
Monday
$19
Tuesday
$68

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 5h 30m 4:55 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 4h 10m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:30 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
National Express 4h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:40 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 10m 4:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:40 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68
National Express 4h 0m 4:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:30 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bath via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      1h 41m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      5:35 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • Hotel Hoppa
      0h 36m
      0
      6:00 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      6:36 AM
      Bath
      Newport Road
      0
      Hotel Hoppa
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 2h 19m shorter, and you will save $42

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 5m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:15 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bath via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      1h 41m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      5:35 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • Hotel Hoppa
      0h 36m
      0
      6:00 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      6:36 AM
      Bath
      Newport Road
      0
      Hotel Hoppa
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 2h 14m shorter, and you will save $42

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 6h 30m 3:55 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 6h 15m 2:10 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $27
National Express 3h 55m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:15 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
National Express 4h 5m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 15m 2:10 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 6h 35m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 5h 30m 4:55 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:25 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 4h 10m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:30 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
National Express 4h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:40 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:40 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $68
National Express 4h 10m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:30 PM Bath London Road  Economy $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Bath via London Heathrow Airport, you can save more than $43? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      1h 41m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      5:35 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      Heathrow Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • Hotel Hoppa
      0h 36m
      0
      6:00 AM
      London Heathrow Airport
      London Heathrow Airport
      6:36 AM
      Bath
      Newport Road
      0
      Hotel Hoppa
      Economy
      $11
    Travel Time is 2h 29m shorter, and you will save $43

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Reading to Bath is $17 on 11/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Bath

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Bath are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Reading to Bath. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Reading and Bath.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 17 buses from Reading to Bath, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Bath, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Reading to Bath

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Reading to Bath in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Bath starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 3h 55m
Earliest Bus 4:55 AM
Latest Bus 4:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 60.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to Bath

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Reading for Bath: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/21/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/18
Monday 10/19
Tuesday 10/20
Wednesday 10/21
$19
Thursday 10/22
Friday 10/23
$68
Saturday 10/24
$68
Sunday 10/25
$68
Monday 10/26
$68
Tuesday 10/27
$68
Wednesday 10/28
$68
Thursday 10/29
$68
Friday 10/30
$68
Saturday 10/31
$68
Sunday 11/01
Monday 11/02
$19
Tuesday 11/03
$18
Wednesday 11/04
$68
Thursday 11/05
$18
Friday 11/06
$19
Saturday 11/07
$68
Sunday 11/08
$68
Monday 11/09
$68
Tuesday 11/10
$68
Wednesday 11/11
$68
Thursday 11/12
$17
Friday 11/13
Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Bath

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Bath, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to Bath. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $67.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Bath, with $17. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $19.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Bath

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 Reading to Bath 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 Reading to Bath, 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 Reading to Bath are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Bath

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

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 Reading to Bath? Compare all modes of transports from Reading to Bath.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Bath

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

FAQs about the Reading to Bath bus

How much does a Reading Bath bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 6h 35m to reach Bath. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $68. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bath.

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

Every day, the Reading to Bath bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Reading to Bath is offered by National Express and takes 3h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $68. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Bath?

The earliest bus arriving in Bath from Reading starts at 4:55 AM. 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 Reading to Bath?

The latest bus trip departing from Reading for Bath starts at 4:20 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 Reading Bath route?

When traveling by bus from Reading to Bath, passengers can travel with National Express and 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 Reading and Bath?

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

What can I take with me on the Reading to Bath 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 Reading Bath 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 Reading Bath 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 Reading to Bath on your planned travel date.

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

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 3 daily trips between Reading and Bath. 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 Reading to Bath?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Reading and Bath 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 Reading to Bath

Economy
Economy

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

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