Cardiff to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Reading
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Travelling from Cardiff to Reading by train
Want to know how to get from Cardiff to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Cardiff to Reading take around 1 hour and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 152 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Cardiff is scheduled to depart at around 05:07. The last departure is usually at around 21:26 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cardiff at around 05:14, with the last train leaving at around 21:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 86 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$60.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Reading?
Yes, there is a direct train from Cardiff to Reading.
How long does it take to travel from Cardiff to Reading?
The Cardiff to Reading train travel takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Cardiff to Reading train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Cardiff at around 05:07 and the last train leaving at around 21:26 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cardiff at around 05:14, with the final departure at 21:20.
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