What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 3m and costs £80 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Manchester?

The distance between Reading and Manchester is 180 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £21 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Manchester?

The train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Manchester bus from?

Reading to Manchester bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Manchester train from?

Reading to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Manchester?

The best way to get from Reading to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £21 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Manchester bus arrive?

Reading to Manchester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Manchester train arrive?

Reading to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Manchester is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Reading to Manchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Reading to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 15m
£21–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus
5h 49m
Drive 176.9 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Manchestercar 176.9 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 17m
£71–229
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 3m
£82–184

Reading to Manchester by train

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £21–270 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Shudehill Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Newhall St in around 5h 49m.

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