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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Moorthorpe
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£176
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£184
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
4 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
4 h 36 m
Trains on 15 Sept
19
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Moorthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Moorthorpe will cost around £184 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
To travel from Cardiff to Moorthorpe you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:104h44Cardiff10:54Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes- 10:104h45Cardiff14:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
- 11:104h45Cardiff15:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
- 14:104h45Cardiff18:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
- 15:104h45Cardiff19:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
11:454h16Cardiff16:01Moorthorpe£2091One-way2 changes- 7:454h31Cardiff12:16Moorthorpe£2091One-way2 changes
- 6:104h44Cardiff10:54Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
- 10:104h45Cardiff14:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
- 11:104h45Cardiff15:55Moorthorpe£1761One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Cardiff to Moorthorpe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Moorthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £185 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £185, while a train costs an average of £185.
Distance: 267 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£185 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £185 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-129.96. The journey takes 4h 33m versus 3h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Moorthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Moorthorpe trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:45 Cardiff | 5h07 | 23:52 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 19:50 Cardiff | 10h04 | 5:54 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 20:45 Cardiff | 9h09 | 5:54 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 21:45 Cardiff | 10h18 | 8:03 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| 6:10 Cardiff | 4h44 | 10:54 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 6:40 Cardiff | 5h15 | 11:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 7:45 Cardiff | 4h31 | 12:16 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 8:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 13:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 9:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 14:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 10:10 Cardiff | 4h45 | 14:55 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 10:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 15:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 11:10 Cardiff | 4h45 | 15:55 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 11:45 Cardiff | 4h16 | 16:01 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 12:45 Cardiff | 5h09 | 17:54 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 13:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 18:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 14:10 Cardiff | 4h45 | 18:55 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 14:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 19:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 15:10 Cardiff | 4h45 | 19:55 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 15:45 Cardiff | 5h10 | 20:55 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 16:45 Cardiff | 5h12 | 21:57 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 17:10 Cardiff | 4h47 | 21:57 Moorthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 17:45 Cardiff | 5h08 | 22:53 Moorthorpe | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Moorthorpe
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Trains from Cardiff to Moorthorpe run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £176 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 10:45. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £176 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 10:45 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country from Cardiff to Moorthorpe trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff and Moorthorpe from £176. 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 Moorthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Moorthorpe 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 Moorthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Moorthorpe
Most Cardiff to Moorthorpe trains use the Cardiff Central to Moorthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Moorthorpe 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 Moorthorpe station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Moorthorpe from Moorthorpe city centre
Moorthorpe train station facilities and services
Moorthorpe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorthorpe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorthorpe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorthorpe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. There is a level access to the York bound platform and ramped access to the Sheffield bound platform. There is a step free access from the car park adjacent to the northbound platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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