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Reading to Caerphilly train prices and times

Planning a journey from Reading to Caerphilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £24.00, with average prices for this route around £24.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:49 2h 53m, 1 change Reading	08:42 Caerphilly	Find Tickets
07:13 1h 59m, 1 change Reading	09:12 Caerphilly	Find Tickets
07:39 2h 3m, 1 change Reading	09:42 Caerphilly	Find Tickets
08:13 1h 59m, 1 change Reading	10:12 Caerphilly	Find Tickets
08:43 1h 59m, 1 change Reading	10:42 Caerphilly	Find Tickets
09:13 1h 59m, 1 change Reading	11:12 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Caerphilly train route details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Caerphilly

Journey time

1h 59m

Distance

97 miles

Price

£24.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Caerphilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Reading to Caerphilly can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Caerphilly, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Caerphilly 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 travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Reading to Caerphilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Reading to Caerphilly train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Reading to Caerphilly with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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