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Trip Overview

The average train between Didcot and Cardiff takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Didcot to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 18m
Duration
92 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Didcot to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Didcot and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Didcot is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:08 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 3m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 15m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 1h 21m • Direct
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    train train 1h 14m • Direct
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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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    train train 1h 13m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Didcot to Cardiff? 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 Didcot to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 91.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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