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How to get from Reading to Manchester?

Planning to travel to Reading from Manchester 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 Manchester, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Reading and Manchester, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Arriva Trains Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, FlixBus or National Express), 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 Manchester, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Reading Manchester trip.

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

Bus tickets from Reading to Manchester

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

Reading to Manchester train tickets

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

Carpooling Reading Manchester

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

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

Reading Manchester Travel Information

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

Plan your trip from Reading to Manchester 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 Manchester that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Arriva Trains Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, FlixBus or National Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Reading and Manchester with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Reading and Manchester

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Reading to Manchester?
Speed Reading to Manchester trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Reading Manchester train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Reading to Manchester?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Reading and Manchester, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Reading to Manchester are mostly much slower than trains to Manchester to cover the 150 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Reading to Manchester?
Flexible Carpooling from Reading to Manchester is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.

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

Departure stations in Reading

Reading
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Reading West
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Manchester arrival bus stations

Manchester
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Manchester Airport
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Manchester Arrival Stations

Manchester Piccadilly
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Manchester Airport
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Manchester Oxford Road
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Deansgate
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Levenshulme
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Ashburys
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Ardwick
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Belle Vue
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Ryder Brow
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Bus Reading Manchester

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

Buses between Reading and Manchester usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Reading-Manchester varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Reading-Manchester bus prices on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Reading Manchester

FlixBus
FlixBus
National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
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Trains Reading Manchester

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

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Reading to Manchester. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Reading and Manchester.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Reading to Manchester that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies between Reading and Manchester

Arriva Trains Wales
Arriva Trains Wales
CrossCountry
CrossCountry
East Midlands Trains
East Midlands Trains
First TransPennine Express
First TransPennine Express
Northern Rail
Northern Rail
Virgin Trains
Virgin Trains
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Carpool Reading Manchester

The duration of a carpool trip between Reading and Manchester 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.

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

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 Manchester trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Reading Manchester

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