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Reading to Old Trafford (Station) trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Old Trafford (Station) takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Old Trafford (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 2m
Duration
182 mi
Distance
£95
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 42m
£81–119

Reading to Old Trafford (Station) train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reading and Old Trafford (Station). 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 Old Trafford (Station) at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink9h 55m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading to Old Trafford (Station)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 182.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Old Trafford (Station), England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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