Trains from Reading to Manchester from $24.55*

Trains from Reading to Manchester from $24.55*

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Reading to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $24.55, with average prices for this route around $156.96.

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

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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15:04
Reading
18:19
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 15m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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15:14
Reading
18:29
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 15m, DirectCrossCountry
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15:43
Reading
18:59
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 16m, Changes requiredCrossCountry
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15:45
Reading
19:05
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 20m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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16:04
Reading
19:19
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 15m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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16:15
Reading
19:29
Paris
3h 14m, DirectCrossCountry
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Reading to Manchester Train Route Details

The Reading to Manchester train ticket is from $24.55. The average travel time is 3h 14m, covering a distance of approximately 240 mile. There are usually 69 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,Avanti West Coast,London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
02:24
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 14m
Distance
Distance
240 mile
Price
Price
$24.55*
Train operators
Train operators

Reading to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Reading to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

Take a look at the basic information from Reading to Manchester, departing from Reading. It takes approximately 3h 14m to arrive at Manchester Piccadilly.

Book cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Reading to Manchester by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Reading to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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 designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Reading to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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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.