Bus from Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre
1 direct route · about 60 min · first bus 04:15, last bus 00:20 (weekdays).
Next buses to Reading Town Centre as of 10:12
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Heathrow Airport, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RA1 | Reading RailAir | ~60 min | 51 | Sat 48 · Sun 39 | 04:15 | 00:20 | Heathrow Terminal 2 (Stops 11-12) | Reading RailAir | Winnersh Triangle |
Times are for the first boarding point in Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre?
The RA1 (Reading RailAir) runs directly from Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre. Board at Heathrow Terminal 2 (Stops 11-12) and get off at Reading RailAir; the journey takes about 60 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre?
Around 60 minutes on the RA1, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Winnersh Triangle on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:15 and the last around 00:20. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Heathrow Airport to Reading Town Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.
Same journey, other stops
The same trip, starting or ending at a town centre that has its own page here.