It takes an average of 3h 35m to travel from Reading to Cardiff Bay by train, over a distance of around 94 miles (152 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Reading to Cardiff Bay and tickets for this journey start from £26.50 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:49 | |
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Last train | 23:15 | |
Departure station | Reading | |
Arrival station | Cardiff Bay | |
Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
Distance | 94 miles (152 km) | |
Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £26.50 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Cardiff Bay? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 35 minutes to travel the 94 miles (152 km) from Reading to Cardiff Bay by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 31 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to Cardiff Bay. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Reading to Cardiff Bay in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £26.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cardiff Bay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Reading and Cardiff Bay is 3 hours and 35 minutes, with around 31 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Reading to Cardiff Bay is 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Reading to Cardiff Bay can start from as little as £26.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Reading to Cardiff Bay. Travelling from Reading to Cardiff Bay by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Reading to Cardiff Bay leaves at 04:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Reading to Cardiff Bay leaves at 23:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Reading to Cardiff Bay cover a distance of around 94 miles (152 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Bay to Reading.
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