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Find the best prices from Manchester to Reading
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
Looking to travel from Manchester to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 254,589, with average prices for this route around IDR 1,186,909.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:05 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:41 Reading |   | Find Tickets |
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly | 08:48 Reading |  | Find Tickets |
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:23 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:43 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:15 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:43 Reading | | Find Tickets |
06:27 Manchester Piccadilly | 10:07 Paris |  West Midlands Trains | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Reading Train Route Details
First train
05:05
Last train
23:20
Journey time
3h 11m
Distance
241 km
Price
IDR 254,589*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Reading
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Reading can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
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%
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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making 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 train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional 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
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.