The cheapest and fastest trains from Warwick to Cardiff
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warwick to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warwick to Cardiff will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 1 trains that leave Warwick for Cardiff on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Warwick to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warwick to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€93 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Warwick to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Warwick to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:49 AM Warwick | 3h36 | 8:25 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warwick to Cardiff
Trains from Warwick to Cardiff run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:03 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Warwick to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Warwick and Cardiff from $14 (€11). 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 Warwick to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warwick 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Warwick to Cardiff
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 06:25 - 12:55 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category B3. There is step free access to Platform 1 (northbound services) only.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The height of the display screen on the ticket machine is adjustable.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:25 - 18:35 Saturday 06:30 - 17:05 Sunday 08:40 - 16:10
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: On the ground floor in the main station building.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
- 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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