What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Didcot?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Didcot is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Didcot?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Didcot is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Didcot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Didcot Parkway. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Didcot?

The distance between Cardiff and Didcot is 92 miles. The road distance is 98.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Didcot without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Didcot without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Didcot?

The train from Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkway takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Didcot train from?

Cardiff to Didcot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Didcot?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Didcot is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £80 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Didcot train arrive?

Cardiff to Didcot train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Didcot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Didcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Didcot is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Didcot.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Didcot?

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Where can I stay near Didcot?

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Cardiff to Didcot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Didcot by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Didcot ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 27m
£30–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent CircusUk042
2h 21m
£24–77
Drive 97.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Didcot97.6 mi
1h 57m
£25–35
Train via Swindon
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwindonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Swindon to Didcot ParkwayBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 28m
£37–84

Cardiff to Didcot by train

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.6 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkway every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Regent Circus every 3 hours. Tickets cost £9–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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