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Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading Bus Schedule
Bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading. Traveling by bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading usually takes around 4 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Megabus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 120 mi (193 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $41.81 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading. Megabus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 2 | 4h 5m | $55.52 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 120 miles from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Reading. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Newcastle-under-Lyme 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme?
Main departure station: Barracks Rd Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
All bus stations in Newcastle-under-Lyme:
Barracks Rd Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Reading?
Main arrival station: Trooper Potts Way
All buses from Newcastle-under-Lyme arrive at one main station in Reading.
All bus stations in Reading:
Trooper Potts Way
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