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Trains from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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19

train journeys
per day

149

miles (240 kms)

3hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:02

first / last train

13

direct trains

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 149 miles (240 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 59 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    09:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    10:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    11:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:16
    3 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 13 mins Direct
    13:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    14:59
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    15:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    16:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    17:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    18:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    19:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:43
    4 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    3 hrs 14 mins Direct
    21:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    3 hrs 15 mins Direct
    22:30
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:15
    3 hrs 16 mins Direct
    23:31
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:14
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:27
    8 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:34
    9 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    09:29
    Reading
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Manchester Piccadilly.

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