Next departures for Reading to Heathrow on July 28
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
CheapestFastest
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Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
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Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Next departures for Reading to Heathrow on July 29
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
CheapestFastest
Bus
Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
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Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Next departures for Reading to Heathrow on July 31
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Bus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
Cheapest
Bus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
Fastest
Bus
Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
No tags
Bus
Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
Bus
Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
No tags
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Next departures for Reading to Heathrow on August 1
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Bus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
CheapestFastest
Bus
Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
Bus
Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
No tags
Bus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
No tags
Bus
Mereoak P&R
Heathrow T2 & T3
No tags
Bus
Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
No tags
Bus
Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
No tags
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Reading Station, RailAir lounge, Blagrave St (valid any departure)
Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:12 PM BST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Reading to Heathrow
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting its efficiency and convenience for air travelers from Reading. The buses are noted for punctuality, helpful drivers, and good communication. However, some users found it challenging to locate the bus stop in Reading or access a locked lounge at RailAir.
Based on 39 reviews, National Express was rated 3.4 stars for this trip. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $30, with the trip lasting on average 3 hours 11 minutes.
National Express Reading Heathrow recent customer reviews
Expected more but delivered unsatisfactory service. Waited in the cold for 1hr + for my coach to arrive on time but was late.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Anna M.
Easy to book on line Bus arrived and delivered on time, good value, very happy first time customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Debra S.
National Express delivered exactly what they promised. The bus was clean, comortable and on time. The driver was helpful and polite and the whole experience took all the hassle out of driving to and parking at Heathrow, not to mention the costs in doing so yourself. A much more relaxing way of starting a holiday.
Based on 13088 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $23
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Heathrow by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Reading to Heathrow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Reading to Heathrow start from $23. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Reading to Heathrow?
The average bus travel time from Reading to Heathrow is 1h, covering a distance of 35 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Reading to Heathrow route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Reading to Heathrow?
The earliest bus departs from Reading to Heathrow at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:03pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to Heathrow?
A bus trip from Reading to Heathrow generates an estimated 0.8749750000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Reading to Heathrow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Reading RailAir, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 95 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Reading to Heathrow?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Reading to Heathrow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Reading RailAir, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reading to Heathrow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Reading RailAir, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
07-26
$20
07-27
$48
Today
$20
07-29
$20
07-30
$21
07-31
$20
08-01
$21
08-02
$20
The cheapest trip from Reading to Heathrow was searched and found on Jul 26, 2026 with a price of $20
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Heathrow, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $48 for a bus ticket from Reading to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-07-31.
Usually Reading RailAir will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Heathrow was searched and found on Jul 26, 2026 with a price of $20
