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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot Parkway (DID) 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 Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 5 trains that leave Didcot Parkway (DID) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Thu, Jun 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
12:11 PM1h26Didcot Parkway (DID)1:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers- 9:55 AM1h15Didcot Parkway (DID)11:10 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 9:09 PM1h37Didcot Parkway (DID)10:46 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 1:11 PM1h26Didcot Parkway (DID)2:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 6:03 AM2h03Didcot Parkway (DID)8:06 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$1691One-way0 transfers
- 9:55 AM1h15Didcot Parkway (DID)11:10 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 1:11 PM1h26Didcot Parkway (DID)2:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 12:11 PM1h26Didcot Parkway (DID)1:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 9:09 PM1h37Didcot Parkway (DID)10:46 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$661One-way0 transfers
- 6:03 AM2h03Didcot Parkway (DID)8:06 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$1691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $77 (€62).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 20m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (1h 17m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $77 (€62) compared to roughly $37 (€30) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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
Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:03 AM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2h03 | 8:06 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:55 AM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 1h15 | 11:10 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:11 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 1h26 | 1:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:11 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 1h26 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot Parkway (DID) and Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Wifi
Shopping
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
- Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental- 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)
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