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Manchester to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Reading, starting from KWD 17.220 and averaging KWD 22.330. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 11m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Jun 19
From KWD 21.100
Fri, Jun 20
From KWD 28.900
Sat, Jun 21
From KWD 22.790
Sun, Jun 22
From KWD 23.040
Mon, Jun 23
From KWD 20.770
Tue, Jun 24
From KWD 20.770
Wed, Jun 25
From KWD 17.220

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:53 Manchester Piccadilly	08:13 Reading	7h 20m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:05 Manchester Piccadilly	08:36 Reading	3h 31m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	08:48 Reading	3h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly	09:23 Reading	3h 28m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly	09:43 Reading	3h 40m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:15 Manchester Piccadilly	09:36 Paris	3h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Reading Train Route Details

First train

00:53

Last train

22:13

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

3h 11m

Distance

150 miles

Price

KWD 17.220*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Reading during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Reading, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Reading ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Manchester to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Reading Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Manchester to Reading Train prices and times

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