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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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BHD 5.450
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Reading to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 4.730, with average prices for this route around BHD 17.010.

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

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07:15
1 hour 36 minutes, Direct
Reading
08:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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07:18
2 hours 16 minutes, Changes required
Reading
09:34
Birmingham Moor Street
Great Western RailwayChiltern Railways
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08:15
1 hour 36 minutes, Direct
Reading
09:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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08:58
2 hours 29 minutes, Changes required
Reading
11:27
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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09:15
1 hour 36 minutes, Direct
Reading
10:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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09:31
2 hours 25 minutes, Changes required
Reading
11:56
Paris
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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Reading to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:15
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1 hour 30 minutes
Distance
Distance
131 km
Price
Price
BHD 4.730*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Birmingham. 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

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%

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 Reading to Birmingham, 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%

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 Reading to Birmingham 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

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 Reading to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Birmingham 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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