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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Reading Stations

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27

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

1hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Reading Stations is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:19
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:06
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:06
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:18
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:54
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cardiff Bay
    Reading
    Cardiff Bay to Reading

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Reading Stations. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Bay and Reading Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.