Reading to Mansfield train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Mansfield

Showing times and prices for 25 Nov

Cheapest price

£180

Average price

£180

Fastest journey

4 h 13 m

Average duration

4 h 13 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Mansfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Reading to Mansfield will cost around £180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £180.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Mansfield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.

East Midlands Trains
04:484h13
Reading
09:01Mansfield
£1801One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Reading to Mansfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £93.

Distance: 187 km

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£113

Average Price

£56

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Cheapest

3h 19m

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2h 49m

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Live departures

Reading to Mansfield train times

The table below shows live departures for Reading to Mansfield trains for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway02:54 Reading
5h07
08:01 Mansfield0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading to Mansfield

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Trains from Reading to Mansfield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 17:14. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 4h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £56
Distance
187 km
Average train duration
2h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£93
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 17m
First train
03:54
Last train
17:14
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £56

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Mansfield trainsEast Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Mansfield from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 13m
Cheapest Price
£133
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£171
Cross Country frequency
14 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£108
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Reading to Mansfield train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Mansfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £93, while the average price tends to be around £113.
To fully explore Mansfield, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to enjoy its local attractions, parks, and nearby historical sites.
Booking trains from Reading to Mansfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to Mansfield covers a distance of 187 km and takes approximately 4h 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Reading that goes to Mansfield is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Mansfield station (MFT).
The first train from Reading to Mansfield leaves at 3:54.
Trains from Reading to Mansfield run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Reading to Mansfield.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Mansfield.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Mansfield.
To get from Reading to Mansfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Reading to Mansfield offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, charming villages, and some industrial areas along the route.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Mansfield is by coach, costing approximately £56.
The train distance from Reading to Mansfield is 187 km.
The last train from Reading to Mansfield departs at 17:14.
There is no night train service from Reading to Mansfield.
A day trip from Reading to Mansfield is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 17m. There are 3 trains per day for this route.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Mansfield

Reading
Mansfield
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Mansfield.
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.

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