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Outbound fromCwmbran to Reading by train
It takes an average of 3h 14m to travel from Cwmbran to Reading by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Cwmbran to Reading and tickets for this journey start from £40.50 when you book in advance.
How to travel from Cwmbran to Reading by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Cwmbran to Reading? Look no further.
You'll usually find 31 trains per day running between Cwmbran and Reading, which usually take 3 hours 14 minutes to complete the 89 miles (143 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 28 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Reading by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
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 Cwmbran to Reading start from £40.50 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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Cheap train tickets from Cwmbran to Reading
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cwmbran to Reading is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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