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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Porth to Reading
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porth to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porth to Reading will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Porth to Reading you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Porth to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porth to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 169 km
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£109 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Porth to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Porth to Reading trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:33 Porth | 2h11 | 10:44 Reading | 1 change | |
| 09:33 Porth | 2h11 | 11:44 Reading | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porth to Reading
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Trains from Porth to Reading run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Porth to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Porth and Reading from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Porth to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porth 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 Porth and Reading
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Treherbert). Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from station car park. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge with ramps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is approximately 150m away. Services to Caerphilly, Gilfach Goch, and Maerdy
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside Ken's Barber Shop (towards Treherbert) and outside Wedding & Balloon World (towards Pontypridd)
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- 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
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