4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Birmingham will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 11 trains that leave Reading for Birmingham every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G006989:431h35Reading station (RDG)11:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£301One-way0 changes- G0070110:461h30Reading station (RDG)12:16Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G007398:511h27Reading station (RDG)10:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G0071012:441h33Reading station (RDG)14:17Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G0070611:451h32Reading station (RDG)13:17Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G007398:511h27Reading station (RDG)10:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G0070110:461h30Reading station (RDG)12:16Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G0070611:451h32Reading station (RDG)13:17Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G0071012:441h33Reading station (RDG)14:17Birmingham New Street (BHM)£401One-way0 changes
- G006989:431h35Reading station (RDG)11:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Birmingham trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C00668+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W33373 | On time 8:20 Reading station (RDG) | 3h28 | 11:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
C00669+ L38505+Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone | On time 8:58 Reading station (RDG) | 3h09 | 12:07 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
| G00857 | On time 9:15 Reading station (RDG) | 1h36 | 10:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35373+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W33378 | On time 9:29 Reading station (RDG) | 3h19 | 12:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| C06051+L38525+Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone | On time 9:46 Reading station (RDG) | 3h24 | 13:10 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
| C33147+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W33294+G66948 | On time 10:01 Reading station (RDG) | 3h14 | 13:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes | |
| G00860 | On time 10:15 Reading station (RDG) | 1h36 | 11:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34561+W33029+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | On time 10:36 Reading station (RDG) | 2h50 | 13:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| C01232+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W33375 | On time 11:12 Reading station (RDG) | 2h44 | 13:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| G00863 | On time 11:15 Reading station (RDG) | 1h36 | 12:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34564+L38517+Tube from London Paddington to London Marylebone | On time 11:35 Reading station (RDG) | 3h01 | 14:36 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Birmingham
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Trains from Reading to Birmingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Cross Country from Reading to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Birmingham from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Reading to Birmingham
Trains from Reading to Birmingham are provided by Chiltern Railways, Virgin trains, and CrossCountry. Most CrossCountry services are direct but some may have one change at Oxford. Trains from other providers will have 2-3 changes. The first service of the morning leaves after 6:00 a.m., with regular services throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening. Direct services last around 1.5 hours, and indirect services may take up to 6 hours. The last train leaves before 4:00 a.m. Trains from Reading to Birmingham depart from the centrally located Reading Train Station on Blagrave Street. They arrive at both Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham New Street stations.
FAQs: Reading to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Birmingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Birmingham
Most Reading to Birmingham trains use the Reading to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Reading and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Tilehurst from Reading city centre
Tilehurst is 4 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilehurst train station facilities and services
Tilehurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tilehurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tilehurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilehurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilehurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilehurst: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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