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The average train between Cardiff University and Reading takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff University to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff University and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff University is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:44 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.
Cardiff University to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff University to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Cardiff University and Reading is 152.7 km. The road distance is 175 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 27m.
