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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Reading is to bus which costs £12 - £29 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Reading is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales 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 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wales 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 28m.

How far is it from Wales to Reading?

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

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

The best way to get from Wales to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £95.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Reading takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wales to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wales to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Reading?

The best way to get from Wales to Reading is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £29 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Wales to Reading bus arrive?

Wales to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Where does the Wales to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Reading is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Wales to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 310+ hotels available in Reading.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Wales 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 Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 28m
£30–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Readingbus Uk042
3h 9m
£12–29
Drive 108.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Readingcar 108.8 mi
2h 1m
£27–39

Wales to Reading by train

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Distance: 108.7 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between 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 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Reading once daily. Tickets cost £10–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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