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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Birmingham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Reading to Birmingham from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$19
tomorrow
$20
Thursday
$22
Friday
$21
Saturday
$19
Sunday
$26
Monday
$29

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 4h 40m 6:10 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:50 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $21
FlixBus 4h 55m 3:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:25 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $21
FlixBus 6h 5m 3:55 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:00 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $21
National Express 5h 50m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 5h 50m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 20m 5:55 AM Reading Central Station 10:15 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $41
National Express 4h 21m 7:04 AM Reading Central Station 11:25 AM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $41
National Express 4h 50m 3:05 PM Reading Central Station 7:55 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $41

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 55m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 5h 50m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 10m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:45 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 0m 4:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $21
National Express 5h 55m 11:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 5:20 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 5h 40m 5:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 11:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $22
National Express 5h 40m 3:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:25 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 0m 3:45 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:45 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 10m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 5h 40m 5:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 11:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 4h 20m 4:45 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:05 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $23
FlixBus 4h 40m 6:10 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:50 AM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $23
FlixBus 4h 45m 3:30 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 8:15 PM Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 11:25 AM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 4:50 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 10m 4:20 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 10:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 5h 40m 5:50 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 11:30 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 5h 40m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:15 PM Birmingham Coach Station  Economy $28
National Express 6h 0m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:35 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $28

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 10m 3:35 PM Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 9:45 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $29
National Express 4h 42m 11:03 PM Reading Central Station 3:45 AM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $46
National Express 5h 25m 1:45 PM Reading Central Station 7:10 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $50
National Express 5h 20m 4:20 PM Reading Central Station 9:40 PM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $50
National Express 5h 4m 7:31 PM Reading Central Station 12:35 AM Birmingham Bearwood  Economy $50

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Reading to Birmingham. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Reading and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 56 buses from Reading to Birmingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Birmingham, with 6 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/1/2026 costs just $19, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Reading to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Reading to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 4h 5m
Earliest Bus 5:55 AM
Latest Bus 11:03 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 81.1 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Reading to Birmingham

Every day, 17 buses from 2 bus companies leave Reading for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
Tuesday 07/28
$46
Wednesday 07/29
$46
Thursday 07/30
$22
Friday 07/31
$21
Saturday 08/01
$41
Sunday 08/02
$28
Monday 08/03
$41
Tuesday 08/04
$46
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$25
Friday 08/07
$28
Saturday 08/08
$22
Sunday 08/09
$46
Monday 08/10
$28
Tuesday 08/11
$41
Wednesday 08/12
$28
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$46
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Reading to Birmingham. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Birmingham, with $19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Birmingham

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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham, 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 Birmingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Birmingham

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Birmingham

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

FAQs about the Reading to Birmingham bus

How much does a Reading Birmingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 6h 10m to reach Birmingham. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $58. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Birmingham.

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

Every day, the Reading to Birmingham bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Reading to Birmingham is offered by National Express and takes 4h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $41. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Birmingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham from Reading starts at 5:55 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 Birmingham?

The latest bus trip departing from Reading for Birmingham starts at 11:03 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 Birmingham route?

When traveling by bus from Reading to Birmingham, 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 Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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