🚌 Bus from Winchester to Reading
2 direct routes · about 70 min · first bus 00:50, last bus 00:50 (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 | ~70 min | 1 | 00:50 | 00:50 | Worthy Lane Coach Park (inside) |
| VC5 | National Express | ~70 min | 1 | 00:50 | 00:50 | Worthy Lane Coach Park (inside) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Winchester 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 Winchester to Reading?
2 routes run directly from Winchester to Reading: the VC5 (National Express), the VC5 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Winchester to Reading?
Around 70 minutes on the VC5, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Winchester to Reading?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the VC5) leaves around 00:50 and the last around 00:50. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Winchester to Reading?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.