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Find the best prices from Reading to Birmingham
Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
Reading to Birmingham train prices and times
Looking to travel from Reading to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 19.77, with average prices for this route around AED 166.71.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
21:12 Reading | 00:33 +1Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
21:15 Reading | 22:49 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
21:23 Reading | 00:36 +1Birmingham Moor Street |  | Find Tickets |
21:46 Reading | 01:24 +1Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
22:05 Reading | 00:55 +1Birmingham Moor Street | | Find Tickets |
22:12 Reading | 01:42 +1Paris | | Find Tickets |
Reading to Birmingham train route details
First train
06:15
Last train
23:32
Journey time
1h 27m
Distance
82 miles
Price
AED 19.77*
How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham
Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
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 for greater savings
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 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%
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
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Reading to Birmingham train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
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
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
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.