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Next departures for Reading to Cardiff on August 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	3:41pm	Reading	1h 25m	5:06pm	Cardiff Central
Train	4:13pm	Reading	1h 23m	5:36pm	Cardiff Central
Train	5:13pm	Reading	1h 24m	6:37pm	Cardiff Central
Train	5:43pm	Reading	1h 27m	7:10pm	Cardiff Central
Train	6:13pm	Reading	1h 23m	7:36pm	Cardiff Central

Compare 2 ways to go from Reading to Cardiff

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 57 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 104,931, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 57mAverage Duration

95 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 22,432 - ARS 110,665	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 104,931 - ARS 413,181	Average Duration1h 57m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

3.9/545 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.1

Based on 45 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 104,931

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to Cardiff by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Reading to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Cardiff start from ARS 104,931. The average price for this train route is around ARS 174,849. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Reading to Cardiff is 1h 57m, covering a distance of 95 miles (153 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 23m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the Reading to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Reading to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Reading to Cardiff at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 11:27pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/15

ARS 105,571

08/16

ARS 106,258

Today

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08/19

ARS 86,113

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The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on Aug 19, 2026 with a price of ARS 86,113

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 86,113 to ARS 374,463 for a train ticket from Reading to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 86,113 which is on 2026-08-19.