Trains from Reading to Birmingham New Street from £12.50*

Trains from Reading to Birmingham New Street from £12.50*

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Reading to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Birmingham New Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.50, with average prices for this route around £75.80.

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

  • Mon, Nov 25
    From £12.60
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    From £12.50
  • Wed, Nov 27
    From £12.60
  • Thu, Nov 28
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  • Sat, Nov 30
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03:54
Reading
07:46
Birmingham New Street
3h 52m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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03:54
Reading
07:48
Birmingham New Street
3h 54m, No directGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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06:15
Reading
07:51
Birmingham New Street
1h 36m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:45
Reading
08:15
Birmingham New Street
1h 30m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:15
Reading
08:51
Birmingham New Street
1h 36m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:18
Reading
09:47
Paris
2h 29m, No directGreat Western RailwayChiltern Railways
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Reading to Birmingham New Street train route details

The Reading to Birmingham New Street train ticket is £12.50. The average travel time is 1h 30m, covering a distance of approximately 130 miles. There are usually 62 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,London Underground,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
00:20
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
Distance
130 miles
Price
Price
£12.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, London Underground, CrossCountry

Reading to Birmingham New Street train travel guide

Reading to Birmingham New Street train travel guide

Arriving in Birmingham New Street

Starting from a minimum of 1h 30m, you can reach Birmingham New Street from Reading, with an average of 62 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham New Street

Finding cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham New Street doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by utilising available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

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 Birmingham New Street 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.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

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 Birmingham New Street 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.

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