Trains from Birmingham New Street to Reading from $15.40*

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Reading from $15.40*

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Birmingham New Street to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham New Street to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $15.40, with average prices for this route around $38.77.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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09:03
Birmingham New Street
10:40
Reading
1h 37m, DirectCrossCountry
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09:30
Birmingham New Street
12:53
Reading
3h 23m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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09:34
Birmingham New Street
13:26
Reading
3h 52m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsGreat Western Railway
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10:03
Birmingham New Street
11:39
Reading
1h 36m, DirectCrossCountry
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10:30
Birmingham New Street
13:42
Reading
3h 12m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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10:34
Birmingham New Street
14:04
Paris
3h 30m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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Birmingham New Street to Reading Train Route Details

The Birmingham New Street to Reading train ticket is from $15.40. The average travel time is 1h 27m, covering a distance of approximately 82 miles. There are usually 44 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Great Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
09:03
Last train
Last train
22:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 27m
Distance
Distance
82 miles
Price
Price
$15.40*

Birmingham New Street to Reading Train Travel Guide

Birmingham New Street to Reading Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Reading

Trains running from Birmingham New Street to Reading will typically take around at least 1h 27m and there is approximately 44 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Reading

Finding cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Reading doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham New Street to Reading. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Birmingham New Street to Reading more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.