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Reading to Longford Coach Timetable

Coach from Reading to Longford: Journey Information

There are 420 intercity coaches per day from Reading to Longford. Traveling by coach from Reading to Longford usually takes around 59 minutes, but the fastest RailAir coach can make the trip in 39 minutes.

Distance23 mi (36 km)
Shortest duration0h 39m
Cheapest priceUS$33.31
Trips per day390
Most frequent serviceRailAir
Coach lines2

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What coach companies travel from Reading to Longford?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Reading to Longford that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, RailAir usually offers more choice, with 292 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express1331h 7mUS$36.78
RailAir2920h 56mUS$33.67
  • Book National Express from Reading to Longford from US$36. There are 133 National Express schedules from Reading to Longford and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Longford. In Reading, National Express departs to Longford from Reading Station and no other station. In Longford, National Express arrives at Heathrow Airport T2 and T3 and 3 other stations.

    An average trip on National Express from Reading to Longford takes 1 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Longford in 0 hours and 39 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 131 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Longford.

  • Book RailAir from Reading to Longford from US$33. There are 292 RailAir schedules from Reading to Longford and you can expect on average to pay for a RailAir ticket to Longford. In Reading, RailAir departs to Longford from Reading Cemetery Jct (Eastbound) and 1 other station. In Longford, RailAir arrives at Wellington Rd and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on RailAir from Reading to Longford takes 0 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available RailAir trip will get you to Longford in 0 hours and 39 minutes .

    On weekends, RailAir offers 261 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Longford.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Reading to Longford

The coach takes an average of 59 minutes to cover the 23 miles from Reading to Longford. However, the fastest coach only takes 39 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Longford. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Reading to Longford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 420 scheduled coaches that travel from Reading to Longford every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 390 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

City Information

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Located only 20 minutes west of London, Reading is a large university and market town in the English county of Berkshire. Reading has an intriguing mix of the past and the present, with a vibrant student scene thriving among the city's medieval and Victorian architecture.

Reading sits on the River Thames, at the end-point of the Kennet and Avon Canal, so there are a number of pretty riverside walks to take in the scenery. Explore the gardens and meet the animals at Beadle Wildlife Park, a vast park crisscrossed with nature trails.

To discover the town's past, visit the Reading Museum, where you can take a trip through time from early Saxon settlements to the Industrial Revolution through 21st-century life.

Since Reading is home to a large university, you are always guaranteed exciting nightlife. Filled with many restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs, Reading is the perfect place for a night on the town. Try The Nag's Head, The Lyndhurst, or The Purple Turtle to start your night right.

Because Reading is only a short way from London, getting to Reading is simple. Fly to one of London's large international airports for access from around the world. Reading Train Station is also one of Britain's main railway interchanges, making it easy to reach from all over the country by train. National Express coaches also operate through the city from many destinations around the United Kingdom.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Reading?

Main departure station: Reading Station

Reading has two coach stations with service to Longford.

All coach stations in Reading:

  • Reading Station

  • Reading Cemetery Jct (Eastbound)

Where does the coach arrive in Longford?

Main arrival station: Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

Coaches arrive in Longford at 6 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Longford:

  • Heathrow Airport T2 and T3

  • Wellington Rd

  • Cromer Rd W

  • Heathrow Airport T3

  • London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5

  • London Heathrow Airport T2 And T3

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