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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Reading
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €40
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €79
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 1 h 36 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 1 h 51 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 10
- Distance
- 131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Reading will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 10 trains from Birmingham to Reading, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G0101211:03 AM 1h37 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
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Tube from London Euston to London Paddington11:47 AM 2h47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 2:34 PM Reading station (RDG) €71 1 One-way 2 transfers- W33326+C00798+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington
11:26 AM 2h48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 2:14 PM Reading station (RDG) €82 1 One-way 2 transfers - W33312+W34690+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington
8:26 AM 3h27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 11:53 AM Reading station (RDG) €82 1 One-way 2 transfers - W33035+C00848+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington
8:56 AM 3h18 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:14 PM Reading station (RDG) €82 1 One-way 2 transfers
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10:03 AM 1h36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 11:39 AM Reading station (RDG) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01016
12:03 PM 1h36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 1:39 PM Reading station (RDG) €87 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01004
9:03 AM 1h37 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 10:40 AM Reading station (RDG) €94 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01012
11:03 AM 1h37 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) €40 1 One-way 0 transfers - W33241+C50040+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington
11:47 AM 2h47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) 2:34 PM Reading station (RDG) €71 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Reading
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Trains from Birmingham to Reading run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Birmingham to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Reading trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33312+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34690 | 8:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 11:53 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| W33035+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+C00848 | 8:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h18 | 12:14 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| G01004 | 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h37 | 10:40 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33206+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+C01223 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h23 | 12:53 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
 S14554+W33195+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34812 | 9:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h52 | 1:26 PM Reading station (RDG) | 3 transfers | |
| G01008 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h36 | 11:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01012 | 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h37 | 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33326+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+C00798 | 11:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h48 | 2:14 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| W33241+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+C50040 | 11:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 2:34 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| G01016 | 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h36 | 1:39 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Birmingham and Reading
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Reading
Most Birmingham to Reading trains use the Birmingham New Street to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Reading station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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