Reading to Manchester train from $9 (€8) with Cross Country

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 12

Cheapest

$142

Average

$143

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C90018

08:13AM3h31

Reading station (RDG)

11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

C89715

09:12AM3h32

Reading station (RDG)

12:44PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

C89679

08:42AM3h23

Reading station (RDG)

12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

C89720

09:06AM3h13

Reading station (RDG)

12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

C79936

08:15AM3h14

Reading station (RDG)

11:29AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1471One-way

0 transfers

Reading to Manchester train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 12

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast C90018	08:13AM Reading station (RDG)	3h31	11:44AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Cross Country C79936	08:15AM Reading station (RDG)	3h14	11:29AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C89679	08:42AM Reading station (RDG)	3h23	12:05PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C89720	09:06AM Reading station (RDG)	3h13	12:19PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Avanti West Coast C89715	09:12AM Reading station (RDG)	3h32	12:44PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	2 transfers
Cross Country C79939	09:15AM Reading station (RDG)	3h14	12:29PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Reading to Manchester?

The best time to book your train from Reading to Manchester is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Reading to Manchester route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Reading to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Reading to Manchester.

Trains

from $104

Buses

from $21

Flights

from $194

Fastest train times from Reading to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 12

Fastest Journey

3 h 13 m

Average

3 h 21 m

Trains per day

Distance

241 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Reading for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C89720

09:06AM3h13

Reading station (RDG)

12:19PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

C79936

08:15AM3h14

Reading station (RDG)

11:29AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1471One-way

0 transfers

C79939

09:15AM3h14

Reading station (RDG)

12:29PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1471One-way

0 transfers

C89679

08:42AM3h23

Reading station (RDG)

12:05PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

C90018

08:13AM3h31

Reading station (RDG)

11:44AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)

$1421One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Reading to Manchester

Distance	149 miles (240 km)
Average train duration	3 h 14 min
Average train ticket price	$137 (€117)
Direct train	No
Train providers	CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Reading to Manchester cover the 149 miles (240 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 14 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $137 (€117), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $42 (€36). Travelers depart most frequently from Reading and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

Train providers: CrossCountry and Virgin Trains from Reading to Manchester trains

For as little as $61 (€53) you can travel by train from Reading to Manchester with CrossCountry and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains to Manchester from Reading. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Reading to Manchester train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $61
CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Reading to Manchester train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $68

FAQs: Trains from Reading to Manchester

FAQs: Travel by train from Reading to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Reading to Manchester.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester can start from as little as $42 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Reading to Manchester is $137 (€117); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Reading to Manchester is on average 3 h 14 min for the 149 mile (240 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Reading to Manchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Reading to Manchester leaves at 4: 48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Reading to Manchester leaves at 9: 12 PM.

Take the Reading to Manchester train with CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from Reading to Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 12 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Reading, which is located around 0.1 miles (242 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Manchester Piccadilly, located 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Manchester from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Reading to Manchester by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Reading to Manchester including taking a bus, train or flight.