What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading is to bus which costs £10 - £28 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

The distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Reading is 110 miles. The road distance is 108.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

The train from Cardiff Central to Reading takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading bus from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading train from?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

The best way to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £28 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading bus arrive?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Where does the Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading train arrive?

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1381+ hotels available in Reading.

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 49m
£30–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to ReadingUk042
3h 33m
£10–28
Drive 107.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading107.7 mi
1h 57m
£27–39

Cardiff Metropolitan University to Reading by foot and bus

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.8 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff Metropolitan University, Wales and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–130 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Reading twice daily. Tickets cost £8–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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