The average train between Cwmbran and Reading takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Cwmbran to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cwmbran and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Cwmbran is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Reading at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 38m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cwmbran to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cwmbran to Reading. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Cwmbran to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.
Cwmbran to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Cwmbran to Reading train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Cwmbran and Reading is 143.5 km. The road distance is 168 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 11m.