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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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NZD 62.33
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NZD 37.63
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Reading to Cardiff train prices and times

Looking to travel from Reading to Cardiff? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 37.63, with average prices for this route around NZD 57.62.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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09:43
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
11:07
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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10:13
1h 27m, Direct
Reading
11:40
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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10:41
1h 29m, Direct
Reading
12:10
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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11:13
1h 23m, Direct
Reading
12:36
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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11:41
1h 35m, Direct
Reading
13:16
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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12:13
1h 22m, Direct
Reading
13:35
Paris
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
NZD 37.63*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cardiff

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Cardiff. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. 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!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Reading to Cardiff more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Cardiff train ticket types

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

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