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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Cathays, 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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AED 133.28
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Reading to Cathays train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Cathays, starting from AED 133.28 and averaging AED 138.61. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 49m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:41
1h 51m, No direct
Reading
13:32
Cathays
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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12:13
1h 49m, No direct
Reading
14:02
Cathays
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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12:40
1h 52m, No direct
Reading
14:32
Cathays
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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13:13
1h 49m, No direct
Reading
15:02
Cathays
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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13:41
1h 51m, No direct
Reading
15:32
Cathays
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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14:13
1h 49m, No direct
Reading
16:02
Paris
Great Western RailwayTransport for Wales
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Reading to Cathays train route details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cathays
Journey time
Journey time
1h 49m
Distance
Distance
153 km
Price
Price
AED 133.28*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cathays

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Cathays can result in significant cost savings.
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 Cathays, 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 to Cathays ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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