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Manchester to Reading West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Reading West, starting from BHD 20.750 and averaging BHD 27.660. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 30 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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18:55
4 hours, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
22:55
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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19:15
3 hours 46 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
23:01
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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19:25
3 hours 30 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
22:55
Reading West
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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20:15
4 hours 6 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
00:21
+1
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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20:25
3 hours 56 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
00:21
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Reading West
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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21:30
10 hours 33 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
08:03
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Paris
Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Manchester to Reading West Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:13
Last train
Last train
22:15
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading West
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 30 minutes
Distance
Distance
241 km
Price
Price
BHD 20.750*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Reading West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Reading West can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Reading West 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%

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 Manchester 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%

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 Manchester to Reading West 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

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.

Manchester to Reading West train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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