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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Reading

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43

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

3hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:36

first / last train

14

direct trains

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 27 mins.

CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 13 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:11
    3 hrs 34 minsDirect
    08:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:55
    3 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    09:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:15
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    09:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    3 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:55
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:25
    3 hrs 21 minsDirect
    10:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:35
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    10:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:55
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    11:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:25
    3 hrs 16 minsDirect
    11:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:35
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    11:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:55
    3 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:25
    3 hrs 14 minsDirect
    12:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:35
    3 hrs 36 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:55
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    13:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:25
    3 hrs 16 minsDirect
    13:41
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    13:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:55
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    14:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:25
    3 hrs 17 minsDirect
    14:42
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:35
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    14:55
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:55
    3 hrs 31 mins3 changes
    15:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly to Reading

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading

CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.