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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Manchester to Reading

Cheapest
3 h 17 min
Car
298 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.30–$253.16
Plane from Ringway Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$265.81

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$367.08
Plane from Ringway Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$341.76

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Hayes to Harlington
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$24.05
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Reading is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Reading is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Manchester to Reading?

The distance between Manchester and Reading is 289 km. The road distance is 298.4 km.

How do I travel from Manchester to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Reading?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Reading train from?

Manchester to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Reading train arrive?

Manchester to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Reading is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Manchester to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Reading?

Book your Manchester to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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