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18 Bus Times – Tilehurst ↔ Reading Town Centre
The 18 bus runs between Reading Town Centre (Reading Town Centre, Friar Street) and Reading Town Centre (Reading Town Centre, Kenavon Drive), operated by Reading Buses. This route has 7 stops.
Number 18 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Passes through:
TilehurstKentwoodNorcotPortman Road Industrial EstateRivermeadReadingReading Town Centre
Where does the 18 bus stop?
The 18 serves 28 stops passing through Tilehurst, Kentwood, Norcot, Portman Road Industrial Estate, Rivermead, Reading and Reading Town Centre. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 18 run on weekends?
Yes, the 18 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 18?
Most Reading Buses services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Reading Buses for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 18 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 18. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Reading Buses to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: RBUS, NADS, NEWB, GLRB
Valid from 27 Jul 2026 to 31 Aug 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: Today
This route serves 28 bus stops across 7 areas.