CrossCountry
Great Western Railway
Travel by train from Reading to Aberdare
Looking to travel from Reading to Aberdare by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Reading to Aberdare takes around 4 hours 30 minutes, but can take just 2 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 65 trains per day from Reading to Aberdare.
You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales and CrossCountry.
Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading to Aberdare?
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.
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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 Reading to Aberdare 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.