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Trip Overview

The average train between Guildford and Cardiff University takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is an hourly train service from Guildford to Cardiff University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 33m
Duration
135 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Guildford to Cardiff University train times

Trains run hourly between Guildford and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Guildford is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)3h 34m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 35m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 25m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 26m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 26m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Guildford to Cardiff University? 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 Guildford to Cardiff University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 135 mi
  • Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Guildford, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a train from Guildford to Cardiff University via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 2h 44m.

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