Cardiff to High Wycombe train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to High Wycombe

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£49

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

4 h 11 m

Average duration

4 h 11 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to High Wycombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to High Wycombe will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for High Wycombe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.

Great Western Rail
04:074h11
Cardiff
08:18High Wycombe
£491One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cardiff to High Wycombe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to High Wycombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 169 km

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Coach

£94

Average Price

£38

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Cheapest

3h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

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Live departures

Cardiff to High Wycombe train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:07 Cardiff
3h28
07:35 High Wycombe0 changesdirect
great_western07:37 Cardiff
3h23
11:00 High Wycombe0 changesdirect
great_western08:19 Cardiff
4h06
12:25 High Wycombe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to High Wycombe

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Trains from Cardiff to High Wycombe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
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 £30
Distance
169 km
Average train duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 16m
First train
05:07
Last train
22:14
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 £30

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to High Wycombe trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and High Wycombe from £30. 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 4m
Cheapest Price
£35
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 High Wycombe train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to High Wycombe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to High Wycombe.
FAQs
Booking trains from Cardiff to High Wycombe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Cardiff to High Wycombe, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to High Wycombe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £94.
The train distance from Cardiff to High Wycombe is 169 km.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to High Wycombe is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to High Wycombe is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at High Wycombe station (HWY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to High Wycombe.
The train journey from Cardiff to High Wycombe covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 3h 16m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to High Wycombe.
The first train from Cardiff to High Wycombe leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff to High Wycombe departs at 22:14.
Trains from Cardiff to High Wycombe run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to High Wycombe.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to High Wycombe.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and High Wycombe

Cardiff
High Wycombe
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 High Wycombe.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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)

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