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Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

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  1. on time
    Reading
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  2. on time
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    16:22
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    16:52
    London Paddington
    Platform 3
    16:52
    London Paddington
    17:40
    London Euston
    17:40
    London Euston
    19:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 6 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  3. on time
    Reading
    Platform 12 estimated
    16:45
    Reading
    Platform 12 estimated
    18:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    18:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 4B estimated
    19:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 5 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 5 estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  4. on time
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    16:49
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    17:15
    London Paddington
    Platform 5
    17:15
    London Paddington
    18:00
    London Euston
    18:00
    London Euston
    20:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  5. on time
    Reading
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  6. on time
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    17:18
    Reading
    Platform 10 estimated
    17:54
    London Paddington
    Platform 1
    17:54
    London Paddington
    18:40
    London Euston
    18:40
    London Euston
    20:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 5 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 5 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  7. on time
    Reading
    Platform 12B estimated
    17:45
    Reading
    Platform 12B estimated
    19:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 7M estimated
    19:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 5M estimated
    20:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 4 estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  8. on time
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    17:49
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    18:16
    London Paddington
    Platform 2 estimated
    18:16
    London Paddington
    19:00
    London Euston
    19:00
    London Euston
    21:05
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 7 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  9. on time
    Reading
    Platform 7 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 5 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  10. on time
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    18:22
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    18:52
    London Paddington
    Platform 9 estimated
    18:52
    London Paddington
    19:40
    London Euston
    19:40
    London Euston
    21:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 8 estimated
    on time
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Platform 8 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
Peak and off-peak explained

Journey information from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

  • Train Fares from: £26.10
  • 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.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

  • 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.
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