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Reading to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 50,04 AED, with average prices for this route around 165,68 AED.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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18:50
1 timme 51 minut, Changes required
Reading
20:41
Birmingham Moor Street
Great Western RailwayChiltern Railways
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19:15
1 timme 36 minut, Direct
Reading
20:51
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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19:26
2 timme 30 minut, Changes required
Reading
21:56
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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19:50
2 timme 37 minut, Changes required
Reading
22:27
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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20:12
2 timme 50 minut, Changes required
Reading
23:02
Birmingham New Street
Great Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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20:15
1 timme 36 minut, Direct
Reading
21:51
Paris
CrossCountry
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Reading to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:15
Last train
Last train
22:18
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
1 timme 30 minut
Distance
Distance
131 km
Price
Price
50,04 AED*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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