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Explore cheap prices from Reading to Birmingham

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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NZD 30.21
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NZD 30.21
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NZD 30.21
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NZD 29.63
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NZD 30.21
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NZD 23.18
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Reading to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 23.18, with average prices for this route around NZD 76.74. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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17:45
1h 32m, Direct
Reading
19:17
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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18:15
1h 36m, Direct
Reading
19:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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18:50
1h 51m, No direct
Reading
20:41
Birmingham Moor Street
Great Western RailwayChiltern Railways
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19:15
1h 36m, Direct
Reading
20:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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19:26
2h 30m, No direct
Reading
21:56
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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19:50
2h 37m, No direct
Reading
22:27
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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
22:18
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
Distance
131 km
Price
Price
NZD 23.18*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
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 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 travelling 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%

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!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Reading to Birmingham train ticket types

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

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