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

today

tomorrow

$62

Saturday

Sunday

$74

Monday

$60

Tuesday

$54

Wednesday

$61

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	11h 45m	9:35 PM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride		Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 9:35:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 41m	9:39 PM	Edinburgh		9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 9:39:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 41m
FlixBus	16h 46m	8:39 AM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 8:39:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 46m
FlixBus	13h 47m	7:33 PM	Edinburgh		9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 7:33:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 47m
FlixBus	14h 20m	11:05 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$78	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 11:05:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $78 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 20m
FlixBus	16h 51m	8:34 AM	Edinburgh		1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 8:34:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 51m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 41m	9:39 PM	Edinburgh		9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 9:39:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 41m
FlixBus	11h 45m	9:35 PM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 9:35:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	13h 47m	7:33 PM	Edinburgh		9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 7:33:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 47m
FlixBus	16h 46m	8:39 AM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 8:39:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 46m
FlixBus	16h 51m	8:34 AM	Edinburgh		1:25 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 8:34:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 51m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	11h 45m	9:35 PM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 9:35:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
FlixBus	10h 40m	10:40 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 10:40:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
FlixBus	13h 40m	11:05 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	12:45 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$72	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:05:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
FlixBus	16h 6m	8:39 AM	Edinburgh	Corstorphine Bus Stop	12:45 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride	Economy	$84	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Corstorphine Bus Stop, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 8:39:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 6m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	13h 40m	11:05 AM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	12:45 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride		Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 11:05:00 AM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
	FlixBus	10h 40m	10:40 PM	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	9:20 AM	Reading	Mereoak Park & Ride		Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 10:40:00 PM to Mereoak Park & Ride, Reading (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Edinburgh to Reading is $42 on 8/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Reading

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Reading are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Edinburgh to Reading. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Reading.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Edinburgh to Reading, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Reading, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Reading

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Reading in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Reading starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	10h 40m
Earliest Bus	9:35 PM
Latest Bus	10:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	323.6 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Reading

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Reading: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

$62

Saturday 07/25

$68

Sunday 07/26

$74

Monday 07/27

$54

Tuesday 07/28

$54

Wednesday 07/29

$61

Thursday 07/30

$64

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$56

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$42

Thursday 08/06

$47

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$56

Sunday 08/09

$71

Monday 08/10

$65

Tuesday 08/11

$56

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Reading

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Reading, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $42, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Reading. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Reading, with $54. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $61.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Reading are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Reading

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

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Mereoak Park & Ride

Station North Interchange

Bagnall Way

Festival

Calcott

Town Centre

Station Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Reading

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Reading bus

How much does a Edinburgh Reading bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 11h 45m to reach Reading. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $114. 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 Edinburgh to Reading each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Reading bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Reading is offered by FlixBus and takes 10h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $95. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Reading?

The earliest bus arriving in Reading from Edinburgh starts at 9:35 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 Edinburgh to Reading?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Reading route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Reading?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Reading on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Reading

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Reading. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!