The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY)
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) 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 Newbury station (NBY) will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) 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 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 129 km
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£53 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h26 | 07:40 Newbury station (NBY) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:20 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h10 | 08:30 Newbury station (NBY) | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:48 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 08:52 Newbury station (NBY) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h58 | 09:16 Newbury station (NBY) | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h04 | 09:54 Newbury station (NBY) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY)
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:18, the last at 10:18. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 08:18 |
Last train 10:18 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) trainsGreat Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Newbury station (NBY) 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: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newbury station (NBY) 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 Newbury station (NBY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Newbury station (NBY)
- 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)
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:20 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Mio Fiore
- 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 liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station by Platform 2
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