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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Reading West, 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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Birmingham to Reading West train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Reading West, starting from KRW 30,017 and averaging KRW 64,241. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 52m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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18:47
3h 21m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:08
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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18:52
3h 16m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:08
Reading West
CrossCountryAvanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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19:03
1h 52m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
20:55
Reading West
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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19:21
3h 8m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:29
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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19:47
3h 8m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:55
Reading West
Avanti West CoastGreat Western Railway
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20:03
2h 5m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:08
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Birmingham to Reading West train route details

First train
First train
06:03
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Reading West
Journey time
Journey time
1h 52m
Distance
Distance
130 km
Price
Price
KRW 30,017*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Reading West

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling 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 (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 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%

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 Birmingham to Reading West ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Birmingham to Reading West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Reading West train ticket types

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