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Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to travel without being accompanied throughout the journey by a responsible person aged 16 years or over.
Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

One infant aged 0-2 travels free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Additional infants aged 0-2 must be paid for. If you are travelling with more than 1 infant aged 0-2, please book the additional infant as 'Children (3-15).

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Coach travel from Luton Airport to Reading

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We have made changes to our network and, unfortunately, are not running services on this route at the moment.

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Coach from Luton to Reading in 2 hours (fastest journey)

Swap the runway for the riverside with our direct coaches connecting Luton Airport and Reading. Whether you're heading home after a flight or exploring one of England's most charming towns, our regular National Express services run throughout the day and night to suit your schedule.

Plus, with your seat guaranteed when you book, free WiFi to keep you connected, and plenty of luggage space for those holiday essentials, you'll enjoy a comfortable trip without the premium price tag.

Popular stops are listed below. Please use the journey planner above to plan your trip.

  • Luton Airport London (LTN)
  • Hemel Hempstead
  • Heathrow Airport London T2,3 (LHR)
  • Heathrow Airport London T5 (LHR)
  • Reading Station
    

Departing from Luton Airport

Our coaches from Luton Airport reach Reading up to twice daily, giving you flexible travel options whatever time your flight lands.

Before hopping aboard, take advantage of Luton Airport's excellent facilities. Within 5 minutes of the terminal, you'll find everything from quick bites to full meals, convenience stores, and essentials shops—perfect for grabbing a snack or magazine for your onward journey.

Visit our Luton Airport facilities page to discover everything available before you travel.

Arriving in Reading

Our Reading stop is ideally located at Reading Rail Station, putting you right in the heart of town from the moment you step off the coach.

From here, you can easily connect to trains and local buses if you're continuing your journey, or start exploring Reading's riverside walks, excellent shopping districts and historic buildings straight away. The town's best attractions, restaurants and accommodation are all within walking distance, making your arrival as stress-free as your trip. Book your ticket today for a hassle-free journey with National Express.

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You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 09.10.2025 for travel between 09.10.2025 - 05.02.2026.
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