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Trains from Reading Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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32

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

1hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 17 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:15
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    06:38
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    08:23
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:06
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:23
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:43
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    13:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:23
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    14:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:40
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:23
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    16:52
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:41
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    17:37
    Reading
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Reading to Cardiff Queen Street

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
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 Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Reading Stations and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

Amenities on trains between Reading Stations and Cardiff Queen Street 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 Stations & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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