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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Didcot Parkway (DID) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
13:501h30Cardiff Central (CDF)15:20Didcot Parkway (DID)£321One-way0 changes- 11:301h56Cardiff Central (CDF)13:26Didcot Parkway (DID)£321One-way0 changes
- 4:071h28Cardiff Central (CDF)5:35Didcot Parkway (DID)£471One-way0 changes
- 5:071h28Cardiff Central (CDF)6:35Didcot Parkway (DID)£471One-way0 changes
- 5:071h28Cardiff Central (CDF)6:35Didcot Parkway (DID)£471One-way0 changes
- 4:071h28Cardiff Central (CDF)5:35Didcot Parkway (DID)£471One-way0 changes
- 13:501h30Cardiff Central (CDF)15:20Didcot Parkway (DID)£321One-way0 changes
- 11:301h56Cardiff Central (CDF)13:26Didcot Parkway (DID)£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 135 km
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£45 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h30 | 14:20 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h30 | 18:20 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:30 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h18 | 23:48 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 4:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h28 | 5:35 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h28 | 6:35 Didcot Parkway (DID) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Didcot Parkway (DID) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) 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 Didcot Parkway (DID), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Didcot Parkway (DID)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Didcot Parkway (DID) trains use the Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Didcot Parkway (DID) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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