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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Brentwood
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
241 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Brentwood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Brentwood will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to Brentwood you need to make at least one change.
05:073h06
Cardiff08:13Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
05:542h46
Cardiff08:40Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
06:242h46
Cardiff09:10Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
06:512h49
Cardiff09:40Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
07:232h44
Cardiff10:07Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
14:542h43
Cardiff17:37Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
07:232h44
Cardiff10:07Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
10:192h45
Cardiff13:04Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
05:542h46
Cardiff08:40Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
06:242h46
Cardiff09:10Brentwood
£1481One-way
1 change
Live departures
Cardiff to Brentwood train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Brentwood trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 21:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:07 Cardiff | 3h06 | 08:13 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 05:54 Cardiff | 2h46 | 08:40 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 06:24 Cardiff | 2h46 | 09:10 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 06:51 Cardiff | 2h49 | 09:40 Brentwood | 1 change | |
| 07:23 Cardiff | 2h44 | 10:07 Brentwood | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Brentwood
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Trains from Cardiff to Brentwood run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £150 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 2h 43m.
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 241 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £150 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 21:20 |
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 Brentwood trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Brentwood from £150. 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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£44
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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 43m
Cheapest Price
£149
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Brentwood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Brentwood 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 Brentwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Brentwood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A typical visit to Brentwood can be enjoyed over 1 to 3 days, allowing time to explore local attractions, parks, and historical sites.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Brentwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £150, while the average price tends to be around £150.
A day trip from Cardiff to Brentwood is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 43m. However, trains run 3 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Brentwood is by train, costing approximately £150.
The train distance from Cardiff to Brentwood is 241 km.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Brentwood is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Brentwood station (BRE).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Brentwood.
The train journey from Cardiff to Brentwood covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 2h 43m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train journey from Cardiff to Brentwood offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling Welsh countryside, the Severn Estuary, and various charming towns along the route.
The first train from Cardiff to Brentwood leaves at 5:08.
The last train from Cardiff to Brentwood departs at 21:20.
Trains from Cardiff to Brentwood run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Brentwood.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Brentwood.
To travel from Cardiff to Brentwood, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Brentwood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Brentwood
Cardiff
Brentwood
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 Brentwood.
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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
The major train station for arrivals in Brentwood is Brentwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brentwood for your journey to Brentwood from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent located at the top of the staircase to platform 1
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 3&4 Baby change facilities are available within the accessible toilets on platforms 3&4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are located on both Platform 3 and Platform 4. There is one step to access the waiting room on platform 4. Access to the waiting room on platform 3 is step free. Both waiting rooms are open from first train to last.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alexandra Road car park and limited spaces on Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Brentwood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services depart from: Alexandra Road for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 3/4 and Platform 5.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Shenfield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt unless otherwise indicated.
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