The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Aldershot
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Aldershot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Aldershot will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
To travel from Cardiff to Aldershot you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Cardiff to Aldershot train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Aldershot trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:07 Cardiff | 2h48 | 07:55 Aldershot | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:24 Cardiff | 2h03 | 08:27 Aldershot | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:51 Cardiff | 2h09 | 09:00 Aldershot | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:37 Cardiff | 2h20 | 10:57 Aldershot | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:49 Cardiff | 2h08 | 11:57 Aldershot | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Aldershot
Trains from Cardiff to Aldershot run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 22:10 |
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FAQs: Cardiff to Aldershot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Aldershot 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 Aldershot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Aldershot
- 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: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:18 Saturday 06:20 - 21:18 Sunday 07:35 - 18:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to Platforms 2/3 Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 near the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. The accessible toilet is available during station staffed hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2/3. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with the Joint Code of Practice. All waiting rooms have step-free access.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt by bus station
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