The average train between Reading and Maesteg takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Maesteg. 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 Reading and Maesteg. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Maesteg at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 20m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Maesteg? 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 Reading to Maesteg. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Maesteg station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Reading to Maesteg train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Maesteg train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Maesteg station.
Book your Reading to Maesteg train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Reading and Maesteg is 186.6 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Maesteg via Cardiff Central in around 3h.