Trains from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly from €23.01*

Trains from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly from €23.01*

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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from €23.01 and averaging €61.06. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 14m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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02:33
Reading
08:45
Manchester Piccadilly
6h 12m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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02:33
Reading
09:05
Manchester Piccadilly
6h 32m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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03:54
Reading
08:25
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 31m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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04:35
Reading
08:45
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 10m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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05:10
Reading
09:05
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 55m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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05:48
Reading
09:19
Paris
3h 31m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

The Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket is €23.01. The average travel time is 3h 14m, covering a distance of approximately 241 km. There are usually 68 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,Chiltern Railways,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
02:33
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 14m
Distance
Distance
241 km
Price
Price
€23.01*

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train travel guide

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train travel guide

Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly

Starting from a minimum of 3h 14m, you can reach Manchester Piccadilly from Reading, with an average of 68 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

Let's save unnecessary costs when travelling from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on standard fares, making your journey from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offering discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travellers, 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.

Travelling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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