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Trip Overview

The average train between Oxford and Cardiff takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford 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 54m
Duration
102 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain train London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 33m
£45–89

Oxford to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Oxford and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 101.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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