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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cardigan is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Finch Square A via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Reading to Cardigan?

The distance between Reading and Cardigan is 222 miles. The road distance is 199.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Reading to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cardigan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Reading to Cardigan is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £180 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Reading to Cardigan bus arrive?

Reading to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Can I drive from Reading to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cardigan is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Reading to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 896+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Reading to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Cardigan 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
6h 5m
Drive 198.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Cardigancar 198.7 mi
3h 42m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Rose and Crownbus 508
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
7h 56m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour / ...
6h 53m
£96–178

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Cardigan.

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Finch Square A via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Ship Inn via Cardiff Central, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 6h 53m.

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