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Preston to Reading Bus Schedule
Bus from Preston to Reading: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Preston to Reading. Traveling by bus from Preston to Reading usually takes around 10 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 175 mi (282 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 7m |
| Cheapest price | $89.02 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Preston to Reading?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Preston to Reading. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 10h 22m | $90.20 |
Book National Express from Preston to Reading from $89. There are 2 trips per day offered by National Express from Preston to Reading and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Reading. In Preston, National Express departs to Reading from Tithebarn St . In Reading, National Express arrives at Reading Station .
An average trip on National Express from Preston to Reading takes 10 hours and 22 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Reading in 10 hours and 7 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Reading.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Preston to Reading
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 175 miles from Preston to Reading. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 7 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Preston to Reading, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 buses also operate through the city from many destinations around the United Kingdom.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Preston?
Main departure station: Tithebarn St
Most buses depart from the main station in Preston.
All bus stations in Preston:
Tithebarn St
Where does the bus arrive in Reading?
Main arrival station: Reading Station
All buses from Preston arrive at one main station in Reading.
All bus stations in Reading:
Reading Station
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