Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Cardiff Central to Reading West

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Great Western Railway
Transport for Wales

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Cardiff Central to Reading West

Trains to Reading West from Cardiff Central

First train

04:07

Last train

22:44

Departure stationCardiff Central
Arrival stationReading West
Journey time

From 1h 35m

Distance

94 miles (152 km)

Frequency

29 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Travel by train from Cardiff Central to Reading West

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Reading West by train? You've come to the right place!

Generally, the train from Cardiff Central to Reading West takes around 2 hours 49 minutes, but can take just 1 hour 35 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 29 trains per day from Cardiff Central to Reading West.

You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains run on this route.

Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.

Start your search for train tickets from Cardiff Central to Reading West in our Journey Planner.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Reading West? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I get from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

You can travel from Cardiff Central to Reading West by train in about 2 hours and 49 minutes. With around 29 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

On average, the train journey from Cardiff Central to Reading West takes around 2 hours and 49 minutes, with 29 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

The fastest trains from Cardiff Central to Reading West can cover the distance of 94 miles (152 km) in as little as 1 hour and 35 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

No, you can’t travel from Cardiff Central to Reading West on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Reading West?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Cardiff Central to Reading West is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link