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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Caldicot
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
26 m
Trains on 20 Sept
8
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Caldicot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Caldicot will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 8 trains from Cardiff to Caldicot, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:230h41Cardiff9:04Caldicot£111One-way0 changes- 10:300h27Cardiff10:57Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 12:290h26Cardiff12:55Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 14:290h26Cardiff14:55Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 16:290h27Cardiff16:56Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 20:240h25Cardiff20:49Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 22:350h25Cardiff23:00Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 12:290h26Cardiff12:55Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 14:290h26Cardiff14:55Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
- 10:300h27Cardiff10:57Caldicot£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Cardiff to Caldicot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Caldicot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (31m by train vs 44m by car). Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to Caldicot train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Caldicot trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y62050 | On time 16:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h26 | 16:36 Caldicot station (CDT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| 8:23 Cardiff | 0h41 | 9:04 Caldicot | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Cardiff | 0h27 | 10:57 Caldicot | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:29 Cardiff | 0h26 | 12:55 Caldicot | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:29 Cardiff | 0h26 | 14:55 Caldicot | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Caldicot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Caldicot run on average 2 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 26m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Caldicot trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Caldicot from £14. 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 to Caldicot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Caldicot 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 Caldicot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Caldicot
Most Cardiff to Caldicot trains use the Cardiff Central to Caldicot station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Caldicot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Caldicot station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Caldicot from Caldicot city centre
Caldicot train station facilities and services
Caldicot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Caldicot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Caldicot: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caldicot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Wheelchair users and mobility scooter users may find the steep ramps leading from Station Road to Platforms 1 and 2 difficult to negotiate, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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