The average train between Reading and Manchester Airport (MAN) takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Manchester Airport (MAN). 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 Reading and Manchester Airport (MAN). The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Manchester Airport (MAN) at 1:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Manchester Airport (MAN). However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN) station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Reading to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Manchester Airport (MAN) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Reading to Manchester Airport (MAN) train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Manchester Airport (MAN) is 229.9 km. The road distance is 305 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m.