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Birmingham to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 4.180, with average prices for this route around BHD 33.740.

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

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From BHD 5.430
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From BHD 6.670
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From BHD 6.670
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From BHD 4.180
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
16:45 Birmingham Moor Street	19:48 Reading	3 hours 3 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:07 Birmingham New Street	20:46 Reading	3 hours 39 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:15 Birmingham Moor Street	19:47 Reading	2 hours 32 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:15 Birmingham Moor Street	20:26 Reading	3 hours 11 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:25 Birmingham New Street	21:11 Reading	3 hours 46 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
17:45 Birmingham Moor Street	20:46 Paris	3 hours 1 minute, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:00

Last train

23:41

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1 hour 45 minutes

Distance

131 km

Price

BHD 4.180*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 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 Birmingham 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Birmingham to Reading 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Birmingham to Reading from BHD 4.180

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Birmingham to Reading Train prices and times

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