Next departures for Reading to Cardiff on November 19
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures for Reading to Cardiff on November 20
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures for Reading to Cardiff on November 21
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
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Next departures for Reading to Cardiff on November 22
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Cardiff
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to Cardiff by bus
What is the travel distance from Reading to Cardiff?
The distance between the two cities is 95 miles (154 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Cardiff?
The majority of buses traveling from Reading to Cardiff start their journey at Mereoak P&R and wind up at Sophia Gardens. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?
Once in Cardiff, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Wales Millennium Centre, Senedd - National Assembly Building, Caerphilly Castle, Cardiff International White Water and St Fagans National Museum of History.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$12
11/18
$20
Today
$12
11/20
$12
11/21
$24
11/22
$12
11/23
$32
11/24
$10
The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $10
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $10 to $32 for a bus ticket from Reading to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Reading to Cardiff?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Reading to Cardiff was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $10
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
