The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Fleet
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Fleet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Fleet will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Fleet on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
8:51 AM2h36Cardiff11:27 AMFleet$781One-way0 transfers
8:51 AM2h36Cardiff11:27 AMFleet$781One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Fleet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Fleet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $78.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Fleet:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Fleet costing on average $78 (€64).
Other travel options to Fleet take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $45 (€37) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to Fleet train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Fleet trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:51 AM Cardiff | 2h36 | 11:27 AM Fleet | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Fleet
Trains from Cardiff to Fleet run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Fleet trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Fleet from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Fleet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Fleet by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fleet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Fleet
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Fleet Road
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