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How to get from Reading to Birmingham?

Planning to travel to Reading from Birmingham 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 Reading to Birmingham, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Reading and Birmingham, 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, Chiltern Railways, 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 Reading to Birmingham, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Reading Birmingham trip.

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

Bus tickets from Reading to Birmingham

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

Reading to Birmingham train tickets

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

Carpooling Reading Birmingham

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

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

Reading Birmingham Travel Information

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

Plan your trip from Reading to Birmingham 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 Reading and Birmingham that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CrossCountry, First Great Western, Chiltern Railways, National Express or MegaBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Reading and Birmingham with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Reading and Birmingham

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

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

Departure stations in Reading

Reading
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Reading West
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Tilehurst
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Birmingham arrival bus stations

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Birmingham Airport
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Birmingham Arrival Stations

Birmingham International
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Birmingham New Street
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Birmingham Moor Street
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Birmingham Snow Hill
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Jewellery Quarter
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Adderley Park
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Lea Hall
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Stechford
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Acocks Green
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Hall Green
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Small Heath
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Spring Road
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Tyseley
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University
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Yardley Wood
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Bus Reading Birmingham

The duration of the bus trip between Reading and Birmingham 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 Birmingham for your travel date.

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

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

Bus companies Reading Birmingham

National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
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Trains Reading Birmingham

The average train journey time from Reading to Birmingham depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Birmingham 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 Reading to Birmingham. 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 Reading to Birmingham at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Reading and Birmingham

CrossCountry
CrossCountry
First Great Western
First Great Western
Chiltern Railways
Chiltern Railways
London Midland
London Midland
Virgin Trains
Virgin Trains
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Carpool Reading Birmingham

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 Reading Birmingham trip to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Reading to Birmingham 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 Reading-Birmingham, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Reading and Birmingham 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 Reading Birmingham

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