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Trip Overview

The average bus between Reading and Watford takes 2h 6m and the fastest bus takes 1h 47m. The bus service runs several times per day from Reading to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 6m
Duration
53 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Reading to Watford bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Reading and Watford. The earliest departure is at 3:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Watford at 12:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    RailAirFirst Berkshire & The Thames Valley2h 1m • 1 change
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    RailAirFirst Berkshire & The Thames Valley2h 6m • 1 change
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    RailAirFirst Berkshire & The Thames Valley2h • 1 change
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    RailAirFirst Berkshire & The Thames Valley2h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading to Watford? 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.

Map of how to get from Reading to Watford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 52.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Watford, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 2h 21m.

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