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Reading West to Cardiff Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading West to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €28.45, with average prices for this route around €28.45. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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10:46 1h 51m, Changes required Reading West	12:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
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Reading West to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

06:52

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Reading West

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 43m

Distance

152 km

Price

€28.45*

Train operators

Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading West to Cardiff Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading West to Cardiff Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading West to Cardiff Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Reading West to Cardiff Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 West to Cardiff Central 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

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.

Reading West to Cardiff Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Reading West to Cardiff Central train prices and times

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