3
Origin – Destination
via Finchampstead, Shinfield
Reading Buses First 05:40 Last 23:44Every day
Route 3 runs between Origin and Destination via Finchampstead, Shinfield. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.
Quick departures
Live departures from key stops on this route
| Stop | Towards Central Reading | Towards Wokingham |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street | No more today | 321:5822:58and more |
| Hogwood Lane Industrial Estate | No more today | 321:3922:39and more |
| TVSP Gateway | No more today | No more today |
| St Marys Butts | No more today | No more today |
Route stops
All stops on the route towards Wokingham
StopApprox. time
- 1St Marys Butts · Reading Town Centre07:56
- 2Friar Street · Reading Town Centre07:57
- 3Station Road · Reading Town Centre07:59
- 4Market Place · Reading Town Centre08:02
- 5Kings Road · Reading Town Centre08:04
- 6Huntley and Palmers · Reading Town Centre08:06
- 7Eldon Road · Reading08:08
- 8RBH Main Entrance · Royal Berkshire Hospital08:11
Frequently asked questions about the 3
- What time is the first and last 3 bus?
- The first 3 of the day departs at 05:40 and the last one departs at 23:44. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
- Does the 3 bus run at weekends?
- Yes. The 3 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
- How long does the 3 bus take?
- A full end-to-end journey on the 3 takes about 62 minutes between Origin and Destination, running via Finchampstead and Shinfield. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
- Who operates the 3 bus?
- The 3 is operated by Reading Buses. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.
Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.