Manchester (any) to Reading (any) Train

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Manchester (any) To Reading (any) Train Journey Information

  • Train fares from
    £17.70
  • Trains per day
    Around 52
  • Changes
    2 Changes
  • Average journey time
    3h 24m
  • Fastest route
    3h 12m
  • Train operators
    Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains

Manchester (any) To Reading (any) Train Times

Tue 16 Aug, at 5:11
  1. 05:11
    Direct
    08:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    3h 35m
  2. 05:55
    1 Change
    09:25
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    3h 30m
  3. 05:55
    2 Changes
    09:40
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    3h 45m
  4. 06:10
    1 Change
    09:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    3h 24m
  5. 06:35
    1 Change
    09:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    3h 21m

    Manchester (any) To Reading (any) Train FAQs

  • How long does it take to travel from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) by train?
    It takes around 3 hours 24 minutes by train from Manchester (any) to Reading (any). Bear in mind that the journey time may be a little longer on weekends and holidays.
    Average journey time
    3h 24m
  • How much does the train from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) cost?
    Train tickets from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) cost as little as £17.70 if you book in advance, and the train fares are often higher when purchased on the day. Ticket prices also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you book.
    Train fares from
    £17.70
  • What is the fastest journey from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) by train?
    The fastest train will get you from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) in 3 hours 12 minutes. The slowest service is the late-evening departure which takes nearly 03 minutes travelling at a slower pace throughout the journey.
    Fastest route
    3h 12m
  • What time does the last train from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) leave?
    The last train from Manchester (any) to Reading (any) departs at 20:27. Don’t miss it!
    Last train
    20:27
  • When can I catch the first train from Manchester (any) to Reading (any)?
    The first train leaves Manchester (any) at 07:56. Book in advance to save yourself some time in the morning.
    First train
    07:56
  • How many trains a day are there from Manchester (any) to Reading (any)?
    On an average weekday, around 52 trains travel from Manchester (any) to Reading (any). The first train departs Manchester (any) some time after 07:56 with departures continuing at intervals, until 20:27.
    Trains per day
    52
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