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Compare coach and train for Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 199 km
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3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 06:23. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 06:23 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Brentford station (BFD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brentford station (BFD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brentford station (BFD) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station. Level access from either side of station. Lifts between platforms or alternative step-free route via street (under 400m)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: No waiting room but seating available on the platform.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Hounslow: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SK To Kew Bridge: Boston Manor Road (A3002) Bus Stop SM
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
