Next departures from Reading to Cardiff on 19 November
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures from Reading to Cardiff on 20 November
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures from Reading to Cardiff on 21 November
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures from Reading to Cardiff on 22 November
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Cardiff
We recommend carpooling
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 £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11368 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading to Cardiff
How far is Cardiff from Reading by coach?
The journey from Reading to Cardiff by coach covers an approximate distance of 95 miles (154 km).
Is there a way to reach Cardiff from Reading without a car?
You can reach Cardiff from Reading by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
17/11
£9
18/11
£15
Today
£10
20/11
£9
21/11
£19
22/11
£10
23/11
£25
24/11
£8
The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on 24 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 Reading to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £8 to £25 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 £8, which is on 2025-11-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Reading to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
