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Trains from

Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

on 
  1. departed
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    08:59
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    09:25
    London Paddington
    Platform 9 estimated
    09:57
    London Paddington
    10:40
    London Euston
    10:40
    London Euston
    12:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    2 changes
    Off Peak
  2. on time
    Reading
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    0 changes
    Peak
  3. expected to depart at 
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    09:28
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    09:55
    London Paddington
    Platform 8 estimated
    10:13
    London Paddington
    11:00
    London Euston
    11:00
    London Euston
    13:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    2 changes
    Off Peak
  4. on time
    Reading
    Platform 15B estimated
    09:45
    Reading
    Platform 15B estimated
    11:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 7M estimated
    11:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 7B estimated
    12:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  5. expected to depart at 
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:12
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:39
    London Paddington
    Platform 1 estimated
    10:54
    London Paddington
    11:40
    London Euston
    11:40
    London Euston
    13:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    2 changes
    Off Peak
  6. on time
    Reading
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  7. on time
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:26
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:57
    London Paddington
    Platform 8 estimated
    10:57
    London Paddington
    11:40
    London Euston
    11:40
    London Euston
    13:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    2 changes
    Off Peak
  8. on time
    Reading
    Platform 3 estimated
    10:45
    Reading
    Platform 3 estimated
    12:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    12:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 7B estimated
    13:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  9. on time
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:46
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    11:12
    London Paddington
    Platform 1 estimated
    11:12
    London Paddington
    12:00
    London Euston
    12:00
    London Euston
    14:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    2 changes
    Off Peak
  10. on time
    Reading
    Platform 8 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
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Journey information from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

  • Train Fares from: £26.00
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct

  • How long does it take to travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by train?

    The average journey time between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly is . The fastest journey time is . On an average weekday, there are 15 trains per day travelling from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • Are there direct trains from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly?

    The distance between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly is 149 miles.

    Distance: 149 miles

  • What time is the first train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly?

    The first train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly departs at .

    What time is the last train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly?

    The last train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • Savings tips for Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

    • If you take this train more than 3 times per week, you may be able save money with a Season Ticket. Find out more and see if you can buy a season ticket for Reading to Manchester Piccadilly here.
    • Use a railcard. National Railcards offer up to 1/3 off train tickets and offer great value for money if you travel by train several times a year. Find out more about railcards here.
    For more tips on saving money on train travel read our cheap train tickets guide here.

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