The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG)
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) 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 Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG)
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 15:59. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 08:00 |
Last train 15:59 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) from £32. 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 Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG) 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 Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea (HIG)
- 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)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” Both platforms can be accessed step free but only via adjacent local roads. There is a footbridge between platforms. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
