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Birmingham New Street to Reading train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Reading? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 8.20, with average prices for this route around £ 32.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Tue, Sep 2
From £ 13.10
Wed, Sep 3
From £ 10.65
Thu, Sep 4
From £ 8.20
Fri, Sep 5
From £ 9.60
Sat, Sep 6
From £ 12.85
Sun, Sep 7
From £ 13.10
Mon, Sep 8
From £ 12.85

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
12:47 Birmingham New Street	15:17 Reading	2h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:52 Birmingham New Street	15:53 Reading	3h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:03 Birmingham New Street	14:42 Reading	1h 39m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:21 Birmingham New Street	16:11 Reading	2h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:33 Birmingham New Street	15:07 Reading	1h 34m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:47 Birmingham New Street	16:23 Paris	2h 36m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Reading train route details

First train

05:02

Last train

23:32

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1h 32m

Distance

131 km

Price

£ 8.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Reading

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 Birmingham New Street to Reading 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 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 Birmingham New Street to Reading, 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.

Birmingham New Street to Reading train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham New Street to Reading with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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