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By car (178 km)
2 h 1 min
178 km.
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178 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Herbert Street to Mereoak
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$164.55

Questions and Answers

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 $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 3h 15m.

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 24m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 .

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 Herbert Street and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Reading?

The distance between Cardiff and Reading is 175 km. The road distance is 176.8 km.

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 24m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 .

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Reading takes 1h 24m 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 Herbert Street station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Reading train from?

Cardiff to Reading train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Reading?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Reading is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs $65.22 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 3h 15m. There are no good options to fly between Cardiff to Reading.

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 First Great Western Service, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Reading is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m 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 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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