Reading to Cardiff Train
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Reading to Cardiff by train
The journey from Reading to Cardiff by train is 95.19 mi and takes 1 hr 48 mins. There are 70 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:29 and the last at 23:27. It is possible to travel from Reading to Cardiff by train for as little as £30.08 or as much as £129.37. The best price for this journey is £30.08.
| Lowest Price | £30.08 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 48 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 70 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £30.08 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £129.37 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 05:29 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 23:27 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 95.19 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Reading |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Cardiff |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Reading to Cardiff Train Times
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When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Great Western Railway from Reading to Cardiff
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Reading to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
10.72kg
Bus
11.49kg
Flight
30.64kg
Car
24.51kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Reading to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Reading and Cardiff are 10.72kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Reading and Cardiff? By taking the train between Reading and Cardiff you will save 19.92kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.77kg compared to a bus and 13.79kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Reading to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Reading to Cardiff is £55.19. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £30.08.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Reading to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Reading to Cardiff is £30.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Reading and Cardiff by train?
Reading to Cardiff is 95.19 mi.
How long does the train between Reading and Cardiff take?
Reading to Cardiff is on average 1 hr 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 22 mins.
Which companies operate from Reading to Cardiff?
The train journey from Reading to Cardiff is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Reading to Cardiff?
Reading to Cardiff has 70 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Reading to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Reading to Cardiff departs at 05:29. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Reading to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Reading to Cardiff departs at 23:27. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Reading to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £30.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Reading to Cardiff?
There are on average 24 direct connection(s) from Reading to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Reading to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Reading and Cardiff is 1 hr 22 mins.
Is there a direct train from Reading to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Reading to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Reading to Cardiff creates 10.72kg of CO2 emissions.