- Must visit
National Museum Cardiff
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€136
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton Abbot to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton Abbot to Cardiff will cost around €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 25 trains that leave Newton Abbot for Cardiff on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton Abbot to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newton Abbot to Cardiff:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newton Abbot to Cardiff costing on average €62.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 6m.
Tickets start at around €62 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-25.92. The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Newton Abbot to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 AM Newton Abbot | 2h36 | 8:40 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:13 AM Newton Abbot | 3h09 | 9:22 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Newton Abbot | 2h37 | 9:36 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Newton Abbot | 2h45 | 10:16 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 10:37 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Newton Abbot | 2h34 | 11:40 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:06 AM Newton Abbot | 2h11 | 12:17 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:29 AM Newton Abbot | 2h20 | 12:49 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Newton Abbot | 2h16 | 1:22 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Newton Abbot | 3h03 | 2:16 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 2:37 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h16 | 3:22 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 4:37 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:13 PM Newton Abbot | 3h09 | 5:22 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h43 | 5:49 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 6:37 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 7:37 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h16 | 8:22 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:33 PM Newton Abbot | 2h29 | 9:02 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:06 PM Newton Abbot | 2h32 | 9:38 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Newton Abbot | 3h07 | 10:17 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Newton Abbot | 3h07 | 10:17 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Newton Abbot | 2h31 | 10:56 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:44 PM Newton Abbot | 2h47 | 11:31 PM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:16 PM Newton Abbot | 8h05 | 6:21 AM Cardiff | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Newton Abbot to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Cardiff — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cardiff trip today.
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Open-air history museum with rescued Welsh buildings, crafts, and exhibitions that bring everyday life from different eras vividly to life.
Compact city-centre museum telling Cardiff’s story through local archaeology, industry, and community displays inside the Old Library.
Revitalised waterfront district with basin views, modern landmarks, trails, and easy access to culture, public art, and waterside walks.
Large central park behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, arboretum views, sculptures, and quick escapes from the busy centre.
Victorian shopping arcade packed with independent boutiques and period detail, representing Cardiff’s famous arcade culture at its best.
A Welsh breakfast staple of seaweed cooked into a savoury puree, often served with oats or alongside bacon and cockles. It is a classic taste of Welsh coastal cooking.
Cockles gathered from the Welsh coast, commonly eaten with laverbread. They are a long-standing local delicacy linked to South Wales seaside food culture.
A traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks. It is hearty, homely, and closely associated with Welsh family cooking.
Refined modern British dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. It is one of Cardiff’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants.
A stylish venue known for seasonal Welsh ingredients, creative small plates, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic indoor market ideal for casual local food, Welsh cakes, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. It offers a lively everyday taste of Cardiff.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10%. Taxi tips are optional, often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small tips are appreciated.
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton Abbot to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newton Abbot to Cardiff trains use the Newton Abbot to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Llandaf. Use this guide to compare Newton Abbot and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newton Abbot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Newton Abbot.
Wi-Fi is available at Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.
Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, WC.
Available at Newton Abbot: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton Abbot: 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 and an overbridge from platform 3. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Llandaf is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Llandaf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Llandaf.
Ticket office support is available at Llandaf. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Llandaf: Parking.
Available at Llandaf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Llandaf: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There are two ticket machines. One accepts cash and the other accepts payment by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Cathays.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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