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Reading West to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as IDR 614,475, with average prices for this route around IDR 614,475. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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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 Central 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 Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 33m
Distance
Distance
152 km
Price
Price
IDR 614,475*
Train operators
Train operators
Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Cardiff Central 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Reading West to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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, 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 Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading West to Cardiff Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.