Trains from Cardiff to Reading from $28.94*

Trains from Cardiff to Reading from $28.94*

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Cardiff to Reading Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Reading, starting from $28.94 and averaging $30.09. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 22m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:07
Cardiff Central
06:48
Reading
1h 41m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:54
Cardiff Central
07:18
Reading
1h 24m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:24
Cardiff Central
07:48
Reading
1h 24m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:51
Cardiff Central
08:18
Reading
1h 27m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:23
Cardiff Central
09:10
Reading
1h 47m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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07:49
Cardiff Central
09:19
Paris
1h 30m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Cardiff to Reading Train Route Details

The Cardiff to Reading train ticket is from $28.94. The average travel time is 1h 22m, covering a distance of approximately 152 mile. There are usually 34 daily trains provided by Great Western Railway,Transport for Wales. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 22m
Distance
Distance
152 mile
Price
Price
$28.94*

Cardiff to Reading Train Travel Guide

Cardiff to Reading Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Reading

Trains running from Cardiff to Reading will typically depart from Cardiff Central and arrive at Reading. The journey takes around 1h 22m.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Reading

Finding cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Reading doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Cardiff to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

One of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets is to book in advance. Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Reading ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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