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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Reading Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Reading Stations is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 11 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:07
    4 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:51
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:01
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:01
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:01
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:32
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:48
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:01
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:48
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:01
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:01
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:01
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:01
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:48
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    22:38
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:48
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    23:50
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:46
    8 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Manchester Airport
    Reading
    Manchester Airport to Reading

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Airport & Reading Stations. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Reading Stations.

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