🚌 Bus from Reading to Southsea
2 direct routes · about 140 min · first bus 08:10, last bus 08:10 (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 | ~140 min | 1 | 08:10 | 08:10 | Station North Interchange (stop ND) |
| VC5 | National Express | ~140 min | 1 | 08:10 | 08:10 | Station North Interchange (stop ND) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Reading 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 Reading to Southsea?
2 routes run directly from Reading to Southsea: the VC5 (National Express), the VC5 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Reading to Southsea?
Around 140 minutes on the VC5, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Reading to Southsea?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the VC5) leaves around 08:10 and the last around 08:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Reading to Southsea?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.