Stratford to Cardiff train

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Cheap train tickets from Stratford to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$85

Average

$86

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

10:08AM2h28

Stratford

12:36PMCardiff

$851One-way

0 transfers

11:38AM2h38

Stratford

02:16PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

03:30PM3h07

Stratford

06:37PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

01:38PM2h29

Stratford

04:07PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

11:31AM2h35

Stratford

02:06PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

Stratford to Cardiff train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	11:38AM Stratford	2h38	02:16PM Cardiff	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	04:59AM Stratford	2h40	07:39AM Cardiff	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	05:56AM Stratford	2h43	08:39AM Cardiff	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	01:38PM Stratford	2h29	04:07PM Cardiff	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	05:59AM Stratford	2h40	08:39AM Cardiff	0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Stratford to Cardiff?

The best time to book your train from Stratford to Cardiff is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Stratford to Cardiff route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Stratford to Cardiff per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Stratford to Cardiff.

Trains

from $38

Fastest train times from Stratford to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

2 h 25 m

Average

2 h 39 m

Trains per day

Distance

220 km

Of the 11 trains that leave Stratford for Cardiff every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

03:38PM2h25

Stratford

06:03PMCardiff

$1141One-way

0 transfers

09:08PM2h28

Stratford

11:36PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

10:08AM2h28

Stratford

12:36PMCardiff

$851One-way

0 transfers

01:38PM2h29

Stratford

04:07PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

11:31AM2h35

Stratford

02:06PMCardiff

$861One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stratford to Cardiff

Trains from Stratford to Cardiff run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€55) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€8)

Distance

136 miles (219 km)

Average train duration

2h 44m

Cheapest ticket price

$60 (€55)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 25m

First train

04:59

Last train

22:08

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€8)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Stratford to Cardiff trains

Travel from Stratford to Cardiff from $40 (€37) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Stratford to Cardiff train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 2 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: $40

FAQs: Trains from Stratford to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from Stratford 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 Stratford to Cardiff.

Cheap train tickets from Stratford to Cardiff can start from as little as $38 (€35) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stratford to Cardiff is $114 (€104); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Stratford to Cardiff train travel time is 2 h 25 min for the 136 mile (219 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Stratford to Cardiff leaves at 5: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Stratford to Cardiff leaves at 10: 08 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Stratford to Cardiff which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Stratford to Cardiff you can take a train with Great Western Rail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Cardiff from Stratford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 08 PM.

A trip to Cardiff from Stratford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Stratford to Cardiff is August.

You have options as you can travel from Stratford to Cardiff 2 different ways: bus or train.