Ongoing disruption between Haywards Heath and Lewes, and between Shenfield and Southend Victoria. Services are affected until further notice. For travel, ticket and refund information, click here.

Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Chiltern Railways

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Reading to Manchester Oxford Road

Trains to Manchester Oxford Road from Reading

First train

02:54

Last train

02:20

Departure stationReading
Arrival stationManchester Oxford Road
Journey time

From 3h 24m

Distance

149 miles (240 km)

Frequency

58 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road by train

If you're planning to travel from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road takes around 4 hours 55 minutes. There are normally 58 trains per day travelling from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road.

You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Manchester Oxford Road, as there are no direct trains.

Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and East Midlands Railway trains run on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road?

Want to know more about your journey from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Manchester Oxford Road from Reading?

To get to Manchester Oxford Road from Reading, why not take the train? With 58 trains per day and an average journey time of 4 hours and 55 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road by train?

On average, it takes around 4 hours and 55 minutes to travel from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road by train, although you can get there in 3 hours and 24 minutes on the fastest services. With 58 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road?

The fastest time a train can travel the 149 miles (240 km) from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road is 3 hours and 24 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road?

There are no direct trains that run between Reading and Manchester Oxford Road. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Oxford Road?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Reading to Manchester Oxford Road is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link