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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to University of Reading is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to University of Reading is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £35 - £110.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to University of Reading. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Christchurch Green via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to University of Reading?

The distance between Cardiff and University of Reading is 112 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Cardiff to University of Reading, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to University of Reading?

The best way to get from Cardiff to University of Reading is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff to University of Reading bus arrive?

Cardiff to University of Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to University of Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to University of Reading is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Cardiff to University of Reading.

Where can I stay near University of Reading?

There are 1283+ hotels available in University of Reading.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 51m
£37–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUkn49 / ...
4h 8m
£14–33
Drive 110.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to University of Reading110.4 mi
2h 3m
£28–40

Cardiff to University of Reading by train, bus, and foot

188Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to University of Reading via Bus Station, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, and Christchurch Green in around 4h 8m.

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