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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Maidenhead will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Maidenhead 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 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
7:382h03Cardiff9:41Maidenhead£461One-way0 changes
- 7:382h03Cardiff9:41Maidenhead£461One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Maidenhead
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Trains from Cardiff to Maidenhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Maidenhead trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Maidenhead from £37. 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 Maidenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Maidenhead
Most Cardiff to Maidenhead trains use the Cardiff Central to Maidenhead station pair, with some services arriving at Furze Platt. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Maidenhead 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.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Maidenhead station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Maidenhead from Maidenhead city centre
Maidenhead train station facilities and services
Maidenhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidenhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maidenhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidenhead.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maidenhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidenhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidenhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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: Yes.
Getting to Furze Platt from Maidenhead city centre
Furze Platt is 1 km from Maidenhead city centre. Public transport options include:
Furze Platt train station facilities and services
Furze Platt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Furze Platt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Furze Platt.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Furze Platt: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Furze Platt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Furze Platt: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep ramp. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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