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It takes an average of 3h 27m to travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 149 miles (240 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:42 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £30 | |
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Travelling from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly? Look no further.
You can expect the journey from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by train to take around 3h 15m. You’ll usually find around 18 trains running on this route per day, which spans 149 miles (240 km). You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel on this route with CrossCountry. You'll reach your destination in just 3h 9m on the fastest services. Sit back, relax and enjoy CrossCountry’s onboard services, including free WiFi and a catering service.
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The price of train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly starts at £30 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.