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Reading to Manchester Victoria Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Manchester Victoria? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 24,12 EUR, with average prices for this route around 46,11 EUR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:14 3 tuntia 36 minuuttia, Direct Reading	18:50 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
15:14 3 tuntia 54 minuuttia, Changes required Reading	19:08 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
15:18 3 tuntia 50 minuuttia, Changes required Reading	19:08 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
16:15 3 tuntia 35 minuuttia, Direct Reading	19:50 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
16:15 3 tuntia 57 minuuttia, Changes required Reading	20:12 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
16:18 3 tuntia 54 minuuttia, Changes required Reading	20:12 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Manchester Victoria Train Route Details

First train

04:14

Last train

21:48

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Manchester Victoria

Journey time

3 tuntia 35 minuuttia

Distance

242 km

Price

24,12 EUR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Manchester Victoria

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Manchester Victoria can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading to Manchester Victoria, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Manchester Victoria ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Reading to Manchester Victoria train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Reading to Manchester Victoria Train prices and times

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