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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Oakham
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£178
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Oakham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Oakham will cost around £178 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
To travel from Cardiff to Oakham you need to make at least one change.
23:3410h07Cardiff9:41Oakham£1341One-way1 change
6:404h02Cardiff10:42Oakham£1811One-way1 change- 7:453h56Cardiff11:41Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 8:453h54Cardiff12:39Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 9:453h55Cardiff13:40Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 14:453h39Cardiff18:24Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 8:453h54Cardiff12:39Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 10:453h54Cardiff14:39Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 11:453h54Cardiff15:39Oakham£1811One-way1 change
- 12:453h54Cardiff16:39Oakham£1811One-way1 change
Live departures
Cardiff to Oakham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Oakham trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 Cardiff | 3h54 | 12:39 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Cardiff | 3h55 | 13:40 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Cardiff | 3h54 | 14:39 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 11:45 Cardiff | 3h54 | 15:39 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Cardiff | 3h54 | 16:39 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 13:45 Cardiff | 3h55 | 17:40 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 14:45 Cardiff | 3h39 | 18:24 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 15:45 Cardiff | 3h57 | 19:42 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 16:45 Cardiff | 3h57 | 20:42 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 17:45 Cardiff | 4h00 | 21:45 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 21:45 Cardiff | 8h57 | 6:42 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 23:34 Cardiff | 10h07 | 9:41 Oakham | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| 6:40 Cardiff | 4h02 | 10:42 Oakham | 1 change | |
| 7:45 Cardiff | 3h56 | 11:41 Oakham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Oakham
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Trains from Cardiff to Oakham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £134 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £134 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 20:21 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Oakham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Oakham from £134. 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 Oakham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Oakham 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 Oakham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Oakham
Most Cardiff to Oakham trains use the Cardiff Central to Oakham station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Oakham 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 Oakham station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Oakham from Oakham city centre
Oakham train station facilities and services
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
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