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Reading West to Birmingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CAD 47.28, with average prices for this route around CAD 62.26. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:40 2h 1m, No direct Reading West	20:41 Birmingham Moor Street	Find Tickets
19:00 1h 51m, No direct Reading West	20:51 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:13 2h 43m, No direct Reading West	21:56 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:31 2h 20m, No direct Reading West	21:51 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:31 2h 56m, No direct Reading West	22:27 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
19:44 2h 7m, No direct Reading West	21:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading West to Birmingham train route details

First train

00:29

Last train

21:53

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 41m

Distance

130 km

Price

CAD 47.28*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Birmingham

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 West to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

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%

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 West to Birmingham, 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%

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 Reading West to Birmingham 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

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 West to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West 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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Reading West to Birmingham train prices and times

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