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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Reading, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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Manchester to Reading Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 99.14, with average prices for this route around AED 262.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:23 Reading |   | Find Tickets |
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:43 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
06:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:41 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:27 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:07 Reading |  West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
06:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:53 Reading | | Find Tickets |
07:00 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:11 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Reading Train Route Details
First train
05:05
Last train
23:20
Journey time
3h 11m
Distance
241 km
Price
AED 99.14*
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 for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
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
Save money on your trip from Manchester to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.