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Birmingham to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as HK$86.02, with average prices for this route around HK$352.47. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Thu, May 22
From HK$132.18
Fri, May 23
From HK$86.02
Sat, May 24
From HK$132.18
Sun, May 25
From HK$132.18
Mon, May 26
From HK$132.18
Tue, May 27
From HK$132.18
Wed, May 28

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Birmingham Moor Street	07:40 Reading	2h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:03 Birmingham New Street	07:44 Reading	1h 41m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:06 Birmingham New Street	08:41 Reading	2h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:15 Birmingham Moor Street	08:39 Reading	2h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:03 Birmingham New Street	08:48 Reading	1h 45m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:15 Birmingham Moor Street	09:39 Paris	2h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham to Reading train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 32m

Distance

82 miles

Price

HK$86.02*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Reading

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham to Reading 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Reading 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%

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 Birmingham to Reading, 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%

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

Birmingham to Reading 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Trains from Birmingham to Reading from HK$86.02

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