Cheltenham to Cardiff train

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Cheap train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Nov 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Transport for Wales
03:46PM1h26
Cheltenham
05:12PMCardiff
$121One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
06:46AM1h24
Cheltenham
08:10AMCardiff
$121One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
05:41AM1h16
Cheltenham
06:57AMCardiff
$141One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
08:45AM1h22
Cheltenham
10:07AMCardiff
$141One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
07:46AM1h27
Cheltenham
09:13AMCardiff
$141One-way
0 transfers

Cheltenham to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Transport for Wales06:46AM Cheltenham1h24 08:10AM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales03:46PM Cheltenham1h26 05:12PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Cross Country05:41AM Cheltenham1h16 06:57AM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales10:45AM Cheltenham1h22 12:07PM Cardiff0 transfersDirect
Transport for Wales04:37AM Cheltenham1h17 05:54AM Cardiff0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Cheltenham to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Nov 11

Fastest Journey

1 h 16 m

Average

1 h 25 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

89 km

Of the 9 trains that leave Cheltenham for Cardiff every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Cross Country
05:41AM1h16
Cheltenham
06:57AMCardiff
$141One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
04:37AM1h17
Cheltenham
05:54AMCardiff
$191One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
09:52AM1h19
Cheltenham
11:11AMCardiff
$341One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
10:45AM1h22
Cheltenham
12:07PMCardiff
$191One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
08:45AM1h22
Cheltenham
10:07AMCardiff
$141One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Cardiff

Trains from Cheltenham to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€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
54 miles (88 km)
Average train duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Train providers
3
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
04:19
Last train
23:20
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 providers: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Great Western Rail from Cheltenham to Cardiff trains

You can travel by train to Cardiff from Cheltenham with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales and Great Western Rail for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Cheltenham and Cardiff you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Cheltenham to Cardiff with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 6 min
  • Cheapest Price: $11
  • CrossCountry frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cheltenham to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from Cheltenham to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cheltenham to Cardiff.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cheltenham to Cardiff is $22 (€19); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cheltenham to Cardiff train travel time is 1 h 7 min   for the 55 mile (88 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cheltenham to Cardiff leaves at 4: 19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cheltenham to Cardiff leaves at 11: 20 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Cheltenham to Cardiff which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cheltenham to Cardiff train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Cardiff from Cheltenham to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 20 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cheltenham Spa, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cardiff from Cheltenham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff by train is January.
You have options as you can travel to Cardiff from Cheltenham 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Cheltenham to Cardiff

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The major train station for departures in Cheltenham is Cheltenham Spa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cheltenham Spa for your trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff.
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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 Cheltenham.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
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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