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Reading to Cardiff Central train route details

First train

08:24

Last train

22:11

Departure city

Reading

Arrival station

Cardiff Central

Journey time

1h 23m

Distance

96 miles

Price

HK$188.52*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Cardiff Central?

Check all Reading to Cardiff Central journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:10 1h 25m, Direct Reading	20:35 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
20:10 1h 24m, Direct Reading	21:34 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
21:10 1h 32m, Direct Reading	22:42 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
22:11 1h 28m, Direct Reading	23:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Cardiff Central from Reading this week

Fares from Reading to Cardiff Central usually average around HK$188.52, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

HK$206.14

Sun15Feb

HK$256.34

Mon16Feb

HK$256.34

Tue17Feb

HK$256.34

Wed18Feb

HK$256.34

Thu19Feb

HK$256.34

Fri20Feb

HK$188.52

Sat21Feb

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Cardiff Central

Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Reading to Cardiff Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Cardiff Central. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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