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Trip Overview

The average train between Stratford and Cardiff takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is an hourly train service from Stratford 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.

2h 29m
Duration
153 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Stratford to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Stratford and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Stratford is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 18m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 25m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 32m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 17m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stratford 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 Stratford to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 152.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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