Next departures from Cardiff to Reading on 21 November
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Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
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Next departures from Cardiff to Reading on 22 November
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Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures from Cardiff to Reading on 23 November
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Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures from Cardiff to Reading on 25 November
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Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Reading
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11387 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £10
Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £63
National Express Cardiff Reading recent customer reviews
Good service got me to where I needed to be. I'm trying my very best to reduce my carbon footprint and use public transport a bit pricey but a good over all trip.
3 out of 5 stars
Jimmy D.
i was not able to use my discount card as brought ticket on line. If it could be made easier to do that it would help lots. Thanks
4 out of 5 stars
Ronald G.
I wan impacted from this delay as my trip was for business
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Reading
What's the distance between Cardiff and Reading by coach?
The journey from Cardiff to Reading by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (154 km).
How can I get from Cardiff to Reading without driving?
The best way to go from Cardiff to Reading without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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18/11
£9
19/11
£9
Today
£9
21/11
£23
22/11
£11
23/11
£20
24/11
£8
25/11
£8
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Reading was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Reading as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £8 to £28 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-25.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Reading was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
