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Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from Swindon to Reading. Traveling by bus from Swindon to Reading usually takes around 3 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 35 mi (57 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 59m |
| Cheapest price | $53.30 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Swindon to Reading?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swindon to Reading. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 13 | 3h 19m | $66.66 |
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
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 35 miles from Swindon to Reading. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 59 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Swindon to Reading, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled buses that travel from Swindon 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 bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Swindon to Reading; ticket prices start at $17.44.
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 Swindon?
Main departure station: New Bridge Close, Off Manchester Road
Buses to Reading leave from 4 stations in Swindon.
All bus stations in Swindon:
New Bridge Close, Off Manchester Road
Sussex Square - Queen's Drive
Coate Water Country Park
Blagrove Roundabout Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Reading?
Main arrival station: Reading Station
All buses from Swindon arrive at one main station in Reading.
All bus stations in Reading:
Reading Station
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