The average bus between Launceston and Reading takes 7h 55m and the fastest bus takes 6h 11m. The bus service runs several times per day from Launceston to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Launceston and Reading. The earliest departure is at 10:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Launceston is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Reading at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at New Road and take an average of 7h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Launceston to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Launceston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Launceston station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
Launceston to Reading bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.
Launceston to Reading bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at Reading station.
The distance between Launceston and Reading is 253.8 km. The road distance is 367 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 51m. National Express also services this route once daily.