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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Reading is to bus which costs £10 - £28 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Reading is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £30 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Reading. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff 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 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Reading?

The distance between Cardiff and Reading is 109 miles. The road distance is 109.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £30 - £95.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Reading takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Reading bus from?

Cardiff to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Reading?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Reading is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £28 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff to Reading bus arrive?

Cardiff to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Cardiff to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Reading is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Reading?

Book your Cardiff to Reading train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1408+ hotels available in Reading.

Cardiff to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 25m
£30–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk042
3h 8m
£11–28
Drive 108.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Reading108.8 mi
1h 59m
£28–40

Cardiff to Reading by train

188Weekly Trains

1h 25mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 108.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £8–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.