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Compare train for Cardiff to Kelvedon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Kelvedon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £154 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £154, while a train costs an average of £154.
Distance: 271 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£154 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 1m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £154 compared to roughly £54 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.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Kelvedon by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Kelvedon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Kelvedon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £154 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £154 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 7:06 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Kelvedon trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Kelvedon from £154. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Cardiff to Kelvedon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Kelvedon 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 Kelvedon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Kelvedon
Most Cardiff to Kelvedon trains use the Cardiff Central to Kelvedon station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Kelvedon 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 Kelvedon station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Kelvedon from Kelvedon city centre
Kelvedon train station facilities and services
Kelvedon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kelvedon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kelvedon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kelvedon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kelvedon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kelvedon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kelvedon: Staff help available: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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