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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Cornwall takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Cornwall. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 45m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Cardiff to Cornwall train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 7:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 52m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 49m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 54m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)12h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 57m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 59m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 57m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Cornwall? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Cornwall.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 202.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 5h 59m.

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