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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Reading to Cardiff Central, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AED 117.52
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AED 131.39
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Reading to Cardiff Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Cardiff Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 117.52, with average prices for this route around AED 136.65. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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07:13
1h 26m, Direct
Reading
08:39
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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07:39
1h 29m, Direct
Reading
09:08
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:13
1h 22m, Direct
Reading
09:35
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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08:43
1h 26m, Direct
Reading
10:09
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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09:13
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
10:37
Cardiff Central
Great Western Railway
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09:43
1h 24m, Direct
Reading
11:07
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Reading to Cardiff Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:04
Last train
Last train
23:27
Departure station
Departure station
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Cardiff Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 21m
Distance
Distance
153 km
Price
Price
AED 117.52*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cardiff Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Reading 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Reading 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

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Reading to Cardiff Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 to Cardiff Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

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