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Trains from Reading West to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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29

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading West to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Cardiff Central is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 58 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    09:36
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:37
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:16
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:36
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:37
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:29
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    18:37
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West to Cardiff Central

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Reading West and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Cardiff Central.

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