Trains from Reading to Birmingham New Street from $15.75*

Trains from Reading to Birmingham New Street from $15.75*

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Reading to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $15.75, with average prices for this route around $99.29. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Mon, Nov 25
    From $15.87
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    From $15.75
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    From $15.87
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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03:54
Reading
07:46
Birmingham New Street
3h 52m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayAvanti West CoastCrossCountry
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03:54
Reading
07:48
Birmingham New Street
3h 54m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayAvanti West Coast
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06:15
Reading
07:51
Birmingham New Street
1h 36m, DirectCrossCountry
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06:45
Reading
08:15
Birmingham New Street
1h 30m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:15
Reading
08:51
Birmingham New Street
1h 36m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:18
Reading
09:47
Paris
2h 29m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayChiltern Railways
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Reading to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

The Reading to Birmingham New Street train ticket is from $15.75. The average travel time is 1h 30m, covering a distance of approximately 130 mile. There are usually 62 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,London Underground,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:20
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
Distance
130 mile
Price
Price
$15.75*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway, London Underground, CrossCountry

Reading to Birmingham New Street Train Travel Guide

Reading to Birmingham New Street Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Birmingham New Street

Trains running from Reading to Birmingham New Street will typically take around at least 1h 30m and there is approximately 62 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham New Street

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Reading to Birmingham New Street. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Reading to Birmingham New Street can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Reading to Birmingham New Street more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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