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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 £19.40 and averaging £52.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 13m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:13 Reading	08:44 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
04:55 Reading	09:05 Manchester Piccadilly	4h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:43 Reading	09:19 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:15 Reading	09:29 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 14m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:19 Reading	09:44 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:42 Reading	10:05 Paris	3h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

04:13

Last train

21:47

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3h 13m

Distance

150 miles

Price

£19.40*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

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 to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types 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.

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 Reading to Manchester Piccadilly, 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 Reading to Manchester Piccadilly 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make 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:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

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