🚌 Bus from Basingstoke to Reading
2 direct routes · about 40 min · first bus 01:20, last bus 01:20 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VC5 | National Express | ~40 min | 1 | 01:20 | 01:20 | The Malls (Stop Z) |
| VC5 | National Express | ~40 min | 1 | 01:20 | 01:20 | The Malls (Stop Z) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Basingstoke on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Basingstoke to Reading?
2 routes run directly from Basingstoke to Reading: the VC5 (National Express), the VC5 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Basingstoke to Reading?
Around 40 minutes on the VC5, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Basingstoke to Reading?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the VC5) leaves around 01:20 and the last around 01:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Basingstoke to Reading?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.