Manchester to Reading by train
Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains
Overview: trains from Manchester to Reading
Find the key information for travelling by train from Manchester to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Travelling from Manchester to Reading by train
Want to know how to get from Manchester to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Manchester to Reading take around 3 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 240 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around 05:11. The last departure is usually at around 20:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:11, with the last train leaving at around 19:27. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 46 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$42.34.
We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Reading?
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester to Reading.
How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Reading?
The Manchester to Reading train travel takes about 3 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Manchester to Reading train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Manchester at around 05:11 and the last train leaving at around 20:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:11, with the final departure at 19:27.
Other train journeys from Manchester
- From Manchester to Edinburgh From AU$50.37
- From Manchester to York From AU$28.47
- From Manchester to Huddersfield From AU$13.14
- From Manchester to Chester From AU$5.84
- From Manchester to Crewe From AU$5.84
- From Manchester to Blackpool From AU$20.44
- From Manchester to Cardiff From AU$59.13
- From Manchester to Leeds From AU$8.03
- From Manchester to Cambridge From AU$109.50
- From Manchester to Stevenage From AU$80.30
- From Manchester to Doncaster From AU$26.28
- From Manchester to Peterborough From AU$48.91
- From Manchester to Nuneaton From AU$58.40
- From Manchester to Birmingham From AU$21.17
- From Manchester to Wolverhampton From AU$32.85
Other train journeys to Reading
- From London to Reading From AU$46.72
- From Oxford to Reading From AU$11.68
- From Newton Abbot to Reading From AU$110.96
- From Swansea to Reading From AU$67.89
- From Coventry to Reading From AU$29.93
- From Chippenham to Reading From AU$36.50
- From Birmingham to Reading From AU$54.75
- From Bournemouth to Reading From AU$22.63
- From Bath to Reading From AU$42.34
- From Brighton to Reading From AU$96.36
- From Edinburgh to Reading From AU$188.34
- From Bristol to Reading From AU$41.61
- From Staines to Reading From AU$20.22
- From Slough to Reading From AU$23.36
- From Ipswich to Reading From AU$118.98
Other train journeys from Reading
- From Reading to Birmingham From AU$93.44
- From Reading to Bournemouth From AU$21.17
- From Reading to Bath From AU$64.24
- From Reading to Brighton From AU$95.63
- From Reading to Edinburgh From AU$102.20
- From Reading to London From AU$37.23
- From Reading to Oxford From AU$10.95
- From Reading to Newton Abbot From AU$87.60
- From Reading to Swansea From AU$82.49
- From Reading to Coventry From AU$40.15
- From Reading to Chippenham From AU$57.67
- From Reading to Southampton From AU$65.70
230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators
Travellers rate us "Excellent!"
Blog posts featuring Manchester or Reading
-
Christmas traditions in the UK
Head to the UK this festive season for a Christmas full of tradition and quirky charm. Read more
-
Things to do in October & February half term holidays in the UK
Half-term comes around so quickly after the holidays, whether it is spring our autumn. You don’t have to travel far for fun however. Here are some of our favourite UK half-term breaks by train.Read more
-
University open days by train
University open day season is coming up, and we recommend booking your train to get cheap tickets now. Also, it’s really best not to go by car. The cities are on student shut-down for these ones. Read more