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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Reading West

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31

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Reading West is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:07
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    07:00
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:54
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    07:41
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:23
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    08:03
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:55
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:36
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:17
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:37
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:50
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:08
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:41
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:18
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:11
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:50
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:54
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    14:35
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:18
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    15:08
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:52
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    16:10
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:54
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    16:36
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:18
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    17:12
    Cardiff Central
    Reading West
    Cardiff Central to Reading West

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

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
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Reading West

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Reading West 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 Central & Reading West. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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