How much does a train ticket from Reading to Birmingham cost?

The average train ticket price from Reading to Birmingham is $71. The best way to find train tickets from Reading to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Reading to Birmingham?

A train trip between Reading and Birmingham is around 1h 36m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 82 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Reading and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Reading to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Reading to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Trains from Reading to Birmingham | CrossCountry

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TomorrowMay 2

from $59

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 2 at 3:43pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Reading
Arrival time: May 2 at 5:18pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 2 at 5:45pm
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Reading
Arrival time: May 2 at 7:17pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 32m
Departure time: May 2 at 7:15am
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Reading
Arrival time: May 2 at 8:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 36m
Departure time: May 2 at 7:15am
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Reading
Arrival time: May 2 at 8:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 36m
Departure time: May 2 at 8:15am
Departure city: Reading
Departure location: Reading
Arrival time: May 2 at 9:51am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham New Street
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1h 36m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $42	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$21 - $230	Average Duration1h 36m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $22	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Reading to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Reading to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$71

Average train trip duration1h 36m

Number of daily trains8

Earliest train departure7:15am

Distance81 miles (130 km)

Latest train departure9:15pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4/539 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.9

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $21.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/29

$52

04/30

$46

Today

$46

05/02

$59

05/03

$40

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05/05

$53

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$53

The cheapest trip from Reading to Birmingham was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $222 for a train ticket from Reading to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-05-03.

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Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Reading and Birmingham, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Reading to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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