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Outbound fromReading to Manchester Piccadilly by train
It takes an average of 3h 17m to travel from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 149 miles (240 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £20.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:15 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 149 miles (240 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £20.40 | |
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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.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
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Cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Reading to Manchester Piccadilly is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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