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Compare coach and train for Pontypridd to Reading
The cheapest option from Pontypridd to Reading is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Pontypridd to Reading among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 165 km
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£105 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontypridd to Reading
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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Pontypridd to Reading, including direct trains, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Lowest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:13 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales from Pontypridd to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Pontypridd and Reading from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pontypridd to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontypridd 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 Pontypridd and Reading
Most Pontypridd to Reading trains use the Pontypridd to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Pontypridd and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pontypridd station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Pontypridd from Pontypridd city centre
Pontypridd train station facilities and services
Pontypridd has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontypridd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pontypridd. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontypridd: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontypridd: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontypridd: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible public telephones: On platform 1, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Reading station do trains from Pontypridd arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
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