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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Andover by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Andover
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Trains from Cardiff to Andover run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 34m.
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 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:44 |
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 to Andover trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Andover from £40. 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
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Rail frequency
9 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£92
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Andover train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Andover 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 Andover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Spending two to three days in Andover is ideal to explore its historical sites, enjoy local dining, and experience nearby natural attractions.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Andover in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Andover can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Andover is by train, costing approximately £40.
The train distance from Cardiff to Andover is 122 km.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Andover is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Andover station (ADV).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Andover.
The train journey from Cardiff to Andover covers a distance of 122 km and takes approximately 2h 34m. Trains run 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Andover.
The first train from Cardiff to Andover leaves at 5:07.
To travel from Cardiff to Andover, you can take a train.
The last train from Cardiff to Andover departs at 21:44.
Trains from Cardiff to Andover run approximately 10 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Andover.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Andover.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Andover
Cardiff
Andover
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 Andover.
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 Andover is Andover. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Andover for your journey to Andover from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:50 - 17:40 Sunday 08:15 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station - Level access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Salisbury). Also short ramp at 1:7 gradient from lower car park level. Underpass with long and steep ramps at approx 1:8 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for use at the station to assist passengers who have difficulty using the slopes. Please speak to a member of staff or contact our Assisted Travel team. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. A National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Andover
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop directly outside the main station exit.
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