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Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 47 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Nuneaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Nuneaton will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cardiff to Nuneaton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.


The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Nuneaton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:45 Cardiff | 3h47 | 17:32 Nuneaton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Take a train from Cardiff to Nuneaton and enjoy the approximately 165 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:09.
Distance 165 km |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:09 |
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Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Working theatre on the abbey site with exhibitions on local performance and heritage, useful for visitors interested in culture.
Independent gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists, adding a contemporary art stop in the town centre.
Main town park with formal gardens, museum, play areas and riverside paths, ideal for an easy walk near the centre.
Waterside walking route through town and suburbs, popular for gentle strolls, wildlife spotting and industrial heritage views.
Historic suburb associated with George Eliot, with parish church, older housing and a strong sense of local identity.
A classic Midlands pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, baked with hot-water pastry and eaten widely across Warwickshire and Nuneaton.
A robust pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy, long popular in local pubs across the West Midlands and Warwickshire.
Warwickshire has strong cider traditions; local farmhouse cider is a familiar regional drink, valued for its dry, fresh apple character.
Established Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable dine-in atmosphere.
Well-known local café and brunch spot serving breakfasts, light lunches, coffee and cakes in a friendly casual space.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while pub meals, coffee and local transport stay fairly typical for the region.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is fine if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
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Nuneaton railway station -> Nuneaton Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cardiff to Nuneaton trains use the Cardiff Central to Nuneaton station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Nuneaton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Nuneaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nuneaton.
Ticket office support is available at Nuneaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Nuneaton: Parking, WC.
Available at Nuneaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuneaton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:30 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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