Trefforest to Reading train with Great Western Rail

Thu 15 Jan
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Trefforest to Reading

Showing times and prices for 15 Jan

Cheapest price

£106

Average price

£106

Fastest journey

1 h 59 m

Average duration

2 h 5 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

164 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trefforest to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Trefforest to Reading will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £106.

Fast trains

To travel from Trefforest to Reading you need to make at least one change.

Transport for Wales
05:191h59
Trefforest
07:18Reading
£1061One-way
1 change
Transport for Wales
05:491h59
Trefforest
07:48Reading
£1061One-way
1 change
Transport for Wales
06:062h17
Trefforest
08:23Reading
£1061One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Trefforest to Reading

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trefforest to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £106.

Distance: 164 km

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£106

Average Price

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 22m

Average total duration

6h 52m

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Live departures

Trefforest to Reading train times

The table below shows live departures for Trefforest to Reading trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transport for Wales05:19 Trefforest
1h59
07:18 Reading1 change
Transport for Wales05:49 Trefforest
1h59
07:48 Reading1 change
Transport for Wales06:06 Trefforest
2h17
08:23 Reading1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Trefforest to Reading

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Trains from Trefforest to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 1h 58m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance
164 km
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£106
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 58m
First train
05:19
Last train
20:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Trefforest to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Trefforest and Reading from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Great Western Rail frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£106
Transport for Wales frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trefforest to Reading train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trefforest 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Trefforest to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £106, while the average price tends to be around £106.
The train journey from Trefforest to Reading covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Trefforest to Reading is 164 km.
The first train from Trefforest to Reading leaves at 5:19.
The last train from Trefforest to Reading departs at 20:45.
Trains from Trefforest to Reading run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Trefforest to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Trefforest to Reading.
To get from Trefforest to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Trefforest to Reading.
The train station in Trefforest that goes to Reading is Trefforest station (TRF), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The cheapest way to get from Trefforest to Reading is by coach, costing approximately £29.
Booking trains from Trefforest to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Trefforest to Reading offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the Welsh Valleys and the rolling landscapes of southern England, providing a moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from Trefforest to Reading is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 58m each way. However, trains operate 8 times per day, covering a distance of 164 km.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Trefforest to Reading.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Trefforest and Reading

Trefforest
Reading
The major train station for departures in Trefforest is Trefforest. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Trefforest for your trip from Trefforest to Reading.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 13:00 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) however the ramp from Park Street has a steep gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: end of car park past roundabout 100yds
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the Cardiff bound platform via Park Street entrance and accessed via ramp steeper than 1:12.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Trefforest
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station entrance opposite to the Pink Shop

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