The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Reading takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Reading. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport (MAN) station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Reading train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Reading is 229.9 km. The road distance is 305 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m.