Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$19

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bath Spa (BTH) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Mon, Jul 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.

Great Western Rail
08:41AM1h10
Bath Spa (BTH)
09:51AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$81One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
12:39PM1h09
Bath Spa (BTH)
01:48PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
12:38PM1h06
Bath Spa (BTH)
01:44PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
11:38AM1h07
Bath Spa (BTH)
12:45PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$211One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
02:10PM1h24
Bath Spa (BTH)
03:34PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$241One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 36 miles (58 km)

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€30

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€23

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1h 38m

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1h 8m

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30m

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2h 26m

Average total duration

1h 56m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
36 miles (58 km)
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€7)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
00:55
Last train
21:38
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains

Buy your official Great Western Rail and CrossCountry train tickets to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Bath Spa (BTH) from $8 (€6) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 4 min
  • Cheapest Price: $8

FAQs: Trains from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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Popular train stations from Bath Spa (BTH) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Bath
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Bath is Bath Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bath Spa for your trip from Bath to Cardiff.
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ParkingParking
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HotelHotel
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks
  • Dashi Bath
  • Be At One
  • Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramp access & staff assistance.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Bath Waterside
  • The Z Hotel Bath
  • The Royal Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: At rear and side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • The information office is located by Platform 1.
Public transit options for Bath Spa
  • Bus lines: 700, A4
  • Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Bath.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
  • Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
  • Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)

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