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Explore cheap prices from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly, 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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CAD 38.15
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CAD 21.70
Fri19Sep
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CAD 28.06
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CAD 28.06
Sun21Sep
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CAD 38.15
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CAD 38.15
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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as CAD 21.70, with average prices for this route around CAD 101.14.

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

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19:35
3h 32m, No direct
Reading
23:07
Manchester Piccadilly
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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20:12
3h 36m, No direct
Reading
23:48
Manchester Piccadilly
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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20:15
3h 16m, Direct
Reading
23:31
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountry
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20:42
3h 27m, Direct
Reading
00:09
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
CrossCountry
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20:47
3h 52m, No direct
Reading
00:39
+1
Manchester Piccadilly
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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21:12
7h 28m, No direct
Reading
04:40
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Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayTransPennine Express
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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
03:54
Last train
Last train
22:12
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
3h 13m
Distance
Distance
241 km
Price
Price
CAD 21.70*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Reading to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%

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

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly 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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