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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 £ 20.40 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
17:02 Reading	20:19 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:15 Reading	20:29 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 14m, Direct	Find Tickets
17:19 Reading	20:44 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:44 Reading	21:05 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:05 Reading	21:19 Manchester Piccadilly	3h 14m, No direct	Find Tickets
18:15 Reading	21:29 Paris	3h 14m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train

03:54

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

3h 13m

Distance

241 km

Price

£ 20.40*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Piccadilly. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly 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 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, 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 Reading to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly 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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