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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgend to Reading
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgend to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgend to Reading will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bridgend for Reading every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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4:312h17Bridgend6:48Reading£1101One-way0 changes- 5:311h47Bridgend7:18Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 6:011h47Bridgend7:48Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 6:291h54Bridgend8:23Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 7:261h50Bridgend9:16Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 5:311h47Bridgend7:18Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 6:011h47Bridgend7:48Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 7:261h50Bridgend9:16Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 6:291h54Bridgend8:23Reading£1101One-way0 changes
- 6:582h11Bridgend9:09Reading£1211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bridgend to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£60 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bridgend to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Reading trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:31 Bridgend | 2h17 | 6:48 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:31 Bridgend | 1h47 | 7:18 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:01 Bridgend | 1h47 | 7:48 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:29 Bridgend | 1h54 | 8:23 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:58 Bridgend | 2h11 | 9:09 Reading | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgend to Reading
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Trains from Bridgend to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 23:27 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Bridgend to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Bridgend and Reading from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bridgend to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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Bike Parking
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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