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It takes an average of 1h 49m to travel from Cardiff Central to Reading by train, over a distance of around 95 miles (153 km). There are normally 47 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Reading and tickets for this journey start from £27 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Reading | |
| Journey time | From 1h 22m | |
| Distance | 95 miles (153 km) | |
| Frequency | 47 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £27 | |
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How to travel from Cardiff Central to Reading by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Reading? Look no further.
You'll usually find 47 trains per day running between Cardiff Central and Reading, which usually take 1 hour 49 minutes to complete the 95 miles (153 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Great Western Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Reading.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Cardiff Central to Reading start from £27.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Reading? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Reading? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Reading?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.