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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:26 PM GMT.
Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11360 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $19
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Cardiff by bus
What is the travel distance from Reading to Cardiff?
Reading and Cardiff are 154 km (95 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Cardiff?
Buses departing from Mereoak P&R in Reading will take you to Sophia Gardens in Cardiff.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $64 for a bus ticket from Reading to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Reading to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
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