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Reading to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Birmingham, starting from PHP 764.42 and averaging PHP 2,543.98. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 30m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Wed, Jul 16
From PHP 1,001.39
Thu, Jul 17
From PHP 814.11
Fri, Jul 18
From PHP 982.28
Sat, Jul 19
From PHP 764.42
Sun, Jul 20
From PHP 764.42
Mon, Jul 21
From PHP 1,001.39
Tue, Jul 22

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
01:15 Reading	07:03 Birmingham Moor Street	5h 48m, Changes required		Find Tickets
02:24 Reading	07:44 Birmingham New Street	5h 20m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
03:54 Reading	07:48 Birmingham New Street	3h 54m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:15 Reading	07:51 Birmingham New Street	1h 36m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:45 Reading	08:15 Birmingham New Street	1h 30m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:15 Reading	08:51 Paris	1h 36m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

01:15

Last train

22:51

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 30m

Distance

131 km

Price

PHP 764.42*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Birmingham 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Reading to Birmingham, 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 Reading to Birmingham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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