4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Bridgend
Cheapest price
€67
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Bridgend will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Bridgend on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
Live departures
Reading to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bridgend trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:59 AM Reading | 2h50 | 10:49 AM Bridgend | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 AM Reading | 2h12 | 1:22 PM Bridgend | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Bridgend
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Bridgend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 23:27 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Bridgend trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Bridgend from €64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Reading to Bridgend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Reading, which is located around 0.2 miles (415 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bridgend, located 0.1 miles (171 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Bridgend
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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
Accessibility
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Office- 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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