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Compare bus for Cardiff to Harrow
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Harrow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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$38 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Harrow take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 32m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Harrow
Take a train from Cardiff to Harrow and enjoy the approximately 122 miles (197 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 21:54.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Harrow trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff and Harrow from $27 (€22). 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 Harrow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Harrow 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 Harrow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Harrow
Most Cardiff to Harrow trains use the Cardiff Central to Harrow-on-the-Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Harrow & Wealdstone. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Harrow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Harrow station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Harrow-on-the-Hill from Harrow city centre
Harrow-on-the-Hill train station facilities and services
Harrow-on-the-Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harrow-on-the-Hill. ATMs are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Harrow & Wealdstone from Harrow city centre
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone train station facilities and services
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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