Cheap Train Tickets from Reading to Cardiff Central
For a train from Reading to Cardiff Central, you’ll get fares as low as £23.00 by purchasing advance tickets, with an average fare of approximately £23.21. To ensure the most cost-effective train journey, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more options regarding cheap train tickets, please check our train ticket calendar.
Reading to Cardiff Central Live Train Timetable
Check out trains from Reading to Cardiff Central today (27 Jun 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.
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16:13 Reading | 17:37 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 24m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
16:25 Reading | 19:11 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 46m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
16:58 Reading | 19:28 Cardiff Central | On time | 2h 30m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
17:13 Reading | 18:37 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 24m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
17:43 Reading | 19:11 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 28m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
18:13 Reading | 19:38 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 25m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
18:53 Reading | 20:13 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 20m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
19:13 Reading | 20:40 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
20:13 Reading | 21:40 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 27m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
21:13 Reading | 22:50 Cardiff Central | On time | 1h 37m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Reading to Cardiff Central Train Journey Information
Experience seamless journey planning from Reading to Cardiff Central. Explore the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and pricing options to optimise your trip.
First train | 00:07 |
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Last train | 23:27 |
Departure station | Reading |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central |
Distance | 95KM |
Journey time | From 1h 20m |
Price | From £23.00 |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Reading to Cardiff Central Train Travel Guide
Travelling by train from Reading to Cardiff Central provides passengers with a convenient and efficient way to commute or explore, ensuring timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Reading to Cardiff Central takes approximately 1h 20m. There are an average of 34 trains per day running from Reading to Cardiff Central. The first train departs at 00:07, while the last train leaves at 23:27. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train tickets from Reading to Cardiff Central are available with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is around £23.21, while the cheapest fare is £23.00. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) . Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
Train Stations
You can choose to start from Swansea,Bristol Temple Meads,London Paddington,Newport (South Wales),Bridgend,or Bristol Parkway Station to Cardiff Central by train.
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