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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bridgend is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Bridgend. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Reading to Bridgend?

The distance between Reading and Bridgend is 130 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £65 - £130.

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

The train from Reading to Bridgend takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bridgend bus from?

Reading to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Reading to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Reading to Bridgend bus arrive?

Reading to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Reading to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bridgend is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Reading to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 553+ hotels available in Bridgend.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 52m
£65–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Sarn Odeonbus 508
4h 6m
£24–32
Drive 124.2 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Bridgendcar 124.2 mi
2h 16m
£31–44

Reading to Bridgend by train

157Weekly Trains

1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.8 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Sarn Odeon twice daily. Tickets cost £22–30 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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