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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Wales
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Wales will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Wales every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Wales
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Reading to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 211 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£77 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Wales trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:58 Reading | 4h58 | 12:56 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Wales
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Trains from Reading to Wales run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 15:18. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 15:18 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Reading to Wales trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Wales 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: Reading to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Wales
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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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