Reading West to Bridgend by train
| First train | 09:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 13:28 | |
| Departure station | Reading West | |
| Arrival station | Bridgend | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (179 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Reading West to Bridgend by train
Looking to travel from Reading West to Bridgend by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 28 minutes to travel from Reading West to Bridgend by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 111 miles (179 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bridgend, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Great Western Railway are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Bridgend in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Reading West to Bridgend in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Reading West to Bridgend
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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 Reading West to Bridgend is right for you.
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