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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 19:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Trowbridge station (TRO) from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£15
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
£51
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) 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 Trowbridge station (TRO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Cardiff Central to Trowbridge offers pleasant views of the Welsh countryside, with rolling hills and green fields, especially as you travel through areas like the Severn Tunnel and the outskirts of Bristol. However, it is not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Booking trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) is 69 km.
The train journey from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 1h 25m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Trowbridge station (TRO). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The first train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) leaves at 4:54.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) is by train, costing approximately £24.
The last train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) departs at 19:30.
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO) run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO).
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO).
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Trowbridge station (TRO), you can take a train.
Yes, a day trip from Cardiff Central to Trowbridge is feasible as the journey takes 1h 25m, is 69 km away, and trains run 5 times per day.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Trowbridge station (TRO)
Cardiff
Trowbridge
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Trowbridge.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Trowbridge is Trowbridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Trowbridge for your journey to Trowbridge from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 18:30 Saturday 06:40 - 14:50 Sunday 09:20 - 17:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Trowbridge
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the car park adjacent to Platform 1 (Booking Office side of Station)
Most popular train connections from Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most popular trains to and from Trowbridge station (TRO) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most popular train connections to Trowbridge station (TRO)
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