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Reading West to Cardiff Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading West to Cardiff, starting from PHP 2,170.75 and averaging PHP 2,170.75. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 33m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:56
1h 43m, Changes required
Reading West
08:39
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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07:29
1h 39m, Changes required
Reading West
09:08
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:02
1h 33m, Changes required
Reading West
09:35
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:19
1h 50m, Changes required
Reading West
10:09
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:59
1h 38m, Changes required
Reading West
10:37
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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09:51
1h 49m, Changes required
Reading West
11:40
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Reading West to Cardiff Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:28
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Reading West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
1h 33m
Distance
Distance
151 km
Price
Price
PHP 2,170.75*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Cardiff

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading West to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 West 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading West to Cardiff ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Reading West to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West 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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