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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Cardiff, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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BHD 13.450
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Reading to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Cardiff, starting from BHD 8.120 and averaging BHD 12.440. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 21m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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23:27
1h 40m, Direct
Reading
01:07
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Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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Reading to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
1h 21m
Distance
Distance
152 km
Price
Price
BHD 8.120*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading to Cardiff during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Cardiff, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Reading to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Cardiff train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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