The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to North Hykeham
Cheapest price
£182
Average price
£190
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to North Hykeham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to North Hykeham will cost around £190 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £182.
To travel from Cardiff to North Hykeham you need to make at least one change.
21:4510h47Cardiff8:32Hykeham£1821One-way2 changes
9:454h32Cardiff14:17Hykeham£1841One-way1 change
6:404h37Cardiff11:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
7:454h32Cardiff12:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
8:454h32Cardiff13:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
7:454h32Cardiff12:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
8:454h32Cardiff13:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
9:454h32Cardiff14:17Hykeham£1841One-way1 change
10:454h32Cardiff15:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
11:454h32Cardiff16:17Hykeham£1911One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to North Hykeham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to North Hykeham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £182.
Distance: 259 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£190 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to North Hykeham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to North Hykeham trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 14:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 15:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 16:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 17:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:45 Cardiff | 4h38 | 18:23 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:45 Cardiff | 4h39 | 19:24 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:45 Cardiff | 4h59 | 20:44 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:45 Cardiff | 4h57 | 21:42 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:45 Cardiff | 4h34 | 22:19 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:45 Cardiff | 4h44 | 23:29 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:50 Cardiff | 10h45 | 6:35 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:45 Cardiff | 10h47 | 8:32 Hykeham | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
![]() | 6:40 Cardiff | 4h37 | 11:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 12:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:45 Cardiff | 4h32 | 13:17 Hykeham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to North Hykeham
Trains from Cardiff to North Hykeham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £182 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £182 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 11:45 |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Cross Country from Cardiff to North Hykeham trainsCross Country trains will get you between Cardiff and North Hykeham from £56. 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 North Hykeham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to North Hykeham 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 North Hykeham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and North Hykeham
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a moderate gradient. Access between the platforms is via a level crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not on the edge of platform 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Shelter in the Car Park
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