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How to get from Birmingham to Reading?

Planning to travel to Birmingham from Reading and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Birmingham to Reading, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Birmingham and Reading, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (CrossCountry, First Great Western, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Birmingham to Reading, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Birmingham Reading trip.

For your trip from Birmingham to Reading, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Birmingham to Reading

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Birmingham to Reading, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Birmingham to Reading train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Birmingham Reading train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Birmingham Reading

Carpooling from Birmingham to Reading is perfect if you want to travel to Reading in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Birmingham or Reading.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Birmingham to Reading transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Birmingham Reading Travel Information

Departure city
Birmingham
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Reading
United Kingdom
England
Distance
81 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and train
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Plan your trip from Birmingham to Reading easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Birmingham to Reading easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Birmingham and Reading that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CrossCountry, First Great Western, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Birmingham and Reading with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Birmingham and Reading

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Birmingham to Reading?
Speed Birmingham to Reading trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Birmingham Reading train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Birmingham to Reading?
Friendliness Carpooling from Birmingham to Reading is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Birmingham Reading trip. He is not always on time.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Birmingham to Reading?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Birmingham and Reading, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Birmingham-Reading buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

Where to start from in Birmingham? Where do I arrive in Reading?

Birmingham Departure Bus Stations

Birmingham
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Departure stations in Birmingham

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Reading Arrival Stations

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Reading West
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Tilehurst
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Bus Birmingham Reading

The duration of the bus trip between Birmingham and Reading usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Reading for your travel date.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Birmingham-Reading bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Most buses between Birmingham and Reading are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Birmingham Reading

National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
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Trains Birmingham Reading

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Reading depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Reading are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Birmingham to Reading. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Birmingham to Reading at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Birmingham and Reading

CrossCountry
CrossCountry
First Great Western
First Great Western
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Carpool Birmingham Reading

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Birmingham Reading trip to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Birmingham to Reading depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Birmingham-Reading, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Birmingham and Reading also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Birmingham Reading

Blablacar
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