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Worthing to Reading Coach Timetable
Coach from Worthing to Reading: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Worthing to Reading. Traveling by coach from Worthing to Reading usually takes around 3 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 48m |
| Cheapest price | £45.18 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Worthing to Reading?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Worthing to Reading. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 3h 58m | £45.18 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Worthing to Reading
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 51 miles from Worthing to Reading. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 05:00. To see the times for all coaches from Worthing to Reading, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Worthing to Reading every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Worthing to Reading; ticket prices start at £42.41.
City Information
Reading
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Link to image attributionLocated 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 Worthing?
Main departure station: Marine Parade
Most coaches depart from the main station in Worthing.
All coach stations in Worthing:
Marine Parade
Where does the coach arrive in Reading?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Reading Station
Initially opened in 1840 as a stop on the London to Bristol rail line, Reading Station is now the second-largest interchange outside of London. Great Western Railway and South Western Railway operate trains to and from Reading, connecting the city to Newbury, London, Cheltenham, and Bristol. The coach station outside the station provides easy access to local and long-distance travel, and there is a large underground parking complex, too. Inside the glass-roofed station, you can find shops, restrooms, coffee shops, and plenty of seating. Some of Reading's best attractions are within a short walk, including the Reading Museum and the ruins of Reading Abbey.
Coach stations in Reading:
Reading Station
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