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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Hanwell
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£64
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£64
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 42 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Hanwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Hanwell will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
To travel from Cardiff to Hanwell you need to make at least one change.
W35160+
C370175:532h30Cardiff Central (CDF)8:23Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way1 change- W35431+C369815:072h45Cardiff Central (CDF)7:52Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way1 change
- W35431+C37639 · C376585:072h56Cardiff Central (CDF)8:03Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way2 changes
- W35160+C37710 · C376925:532h40Cardiff Central (CDF)8:33Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way2 changes
- W35431 · W35354+C37618 · C376295:072h41Cardiff Central (CDF)7:48Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way3 changes
- W35160+C370175:532h30Cardiff Central (CDF)8:23Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way1 change
- W35160+C37710 · C376925:532h40Cardiff Central (CDF)8:33Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way2 changes
- W35431 · W35354+C37618 · C376295:072h41Cardiff Central (CDF)7:48Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way3 changes
- W35431+C369815:072h45Cardiff Central (CDF)7:52Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way1 change
- W35431+C37639 · C376585:072h56Cardiff Central (CDF)8:03Hanwell station (HAN)£641One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Cardiff to Hanwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Hanwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £132 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £132, while a train costs an average of £132.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£132 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £132 compared to roughly £39 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.
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 Hanwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Hanwell trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35431+C37639 · C37658 | 5:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h56 | 8:03 Hanwell station (HAN) | 2 changes | |
| W35431+C36981 | 5:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h45 | 7:52 Hanwell station (HAN) | 1 change | |
| W35431 · W35354+C37629 · C37618 | 5:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h41 | 7:48 Hanwell station (HAN) | 3 changes | |
| W35160+C37017 | 5:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h30 | 8:23 Hanwell station (HAN) | 1 change | |
| W35160+C37692 · C37710 | 5:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h40 | 8:33 Hanwell station (HAN) | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Hanwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Hanwell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £113 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £113 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Hanwell trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Hanwell from £113. 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 Hanwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Hanwell 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 Hanwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Hanwell
Most Cardiff to Hanwell trains use the Cardiff Central to Hanwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Hanwell 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 Hanwell station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Hanwell from Hanwell city centre
Hanwell train station facilities and services
Hanwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hanwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hanwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hanwell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hanwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hanwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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