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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Harrow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Cardiff to Harrow and enjoy the approximately 197 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 21:54.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 21:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Harrow trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and Harrow from £22. 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 44m
Cheapest Price
£32
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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
FAQs: Cardiff to Harrow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Harrow 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 Harrow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Cardiff to Harrow is 197 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Harrow leaves at 4:22.
The last train from Cardiff to Harrow departs at 21:54.
Trains from Cardiff to Harrow run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Harrow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Harrow.
To travel from Cardiff to Harrow, you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Harrow.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Harrow is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Harrow & Wealdstone (HRW).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harrow is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Harrow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Harrow offers picturesque views, especially as it travels through the scenic landscapes of the Welsh countryside and the Chiltern Hills, providing a pleasant and visually appealing experience.
Two to three days in Harrow should suffice to explore its key attractions, enjoy local dining, and experience the community's charm.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Harrow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Harrow
Cardiff
Harrow
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 Harrow.
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
The major train station for arrivals in Harrow is Harrow-on-the-Hill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrow-on-the-Hill for your journey to Harrow from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Barbers
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
Public transport options for Harrow-on-the-Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
Parking
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
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