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Pontyclun to Reading Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Pontyclun to Reading? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$63.05, with average prices for this route around AU$63.05.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:46 1 hour 59 minutes, Changes required Pontyclun	15:45 Reading	Find Tickets
14:23 1 hour 53 minutes, Changes required Pontyclun	16:16 Reading	Find Tickets
14:48 1 hour 57 minutes, Changes required Pontyclun	16:45 Reading	Find Tickets
15:48 2 hours, Changes required Pontyclun	17:48 Reading	Find Tickets
16:23 1 hour 53 minutes, Changes required Pontyclun	18:16 Reading	Find Tickets
16:48 1 hour 57 minutes, Changes required Pontyclun	18:45 Paris	Find Tickets

Pontyclun to Reading Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Pontyclun

Arrival station

Reading

Journey time

1 hour 51 minutes

Distance

168 km

Price

AU$63.05*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Pontyclun to Reading

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Pontyclun to Reading can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Pontyclun to Reading for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Pontyclun to Reading, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Pontyclun to Reading ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Pontyclun to Reading more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Pontyclun to Reading train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Pontyclun to Reading Train prices and times

Pontyclun to Reading Train Route Details