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Birmingham to Reading West Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Reading West? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 12.930, with average prices for this route around BHD 17.020.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:47 3 hours 21 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	22:08 Reading West	Find Tickets
19:03 1 hour 52 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	20:55 Reading West	Find Tickets
19:21 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	22:29 Reading West	Find Tickets
19:47 3 hours 8 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	22:55 Reading West	Find Tickets
20:03 2 hours 5 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	22:08 Reading West	Find Tickets
20:21 3 hours 17 minutes, Changes required Birmingham New Street	23:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Reading West Train Route Details

First train

06:03

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Reading West

Journey time

1 hour 52 minutes

Distance

130 km

Price

BHD 12.930*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Reading West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Reading West. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Birmingham to Reading West, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Reading West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Reading West train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham to Reading West with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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%.

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