What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station) is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Reading (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Reading (Station). However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Reading (Station)?

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 16m.

How far is it from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

The distance between Manchester and Reading (Station) is 180 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Reading (Station) bus from?

Manchester to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Reading (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

The best way to get from Manchester to Reading (Station) is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Manchester to Reading (Station) bus arrive?

Manchester to Reading (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Reading (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Reading (Station) is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Manchester to Reading (Station).

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Reading (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Reading (Station)?

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Manchester to Reading (Station) - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Reading (Station) by train, bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 16m
£75–120
Drive 177.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Reading (Station)car 177.5 mi
3h 33m
£45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
4h 31m
£55–80
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3h 20m
£70–302
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 36m
£225–444
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
5h 31m
£104–292
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
6h 21m
£79–246

Manchester to Reading (Station) by train

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 31m.

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