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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Spalding
Showing times and prices for 12 Nov
Cheapest price
£241
Average price
£241
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
253 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Spalding is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Spalding will cost around £241 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £241.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to Spalding you need to make at least 4 changes.
06:513h58
Cardiff10:49Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
08:374h09
Cardiff12:46Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
09:493h51
Cardiff13:40Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
10:194h16
Cardiff14:35Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
11:184h13
Cardiff15:31Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
14:543h43
Cardiff18:37Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
09:493h51
Cardiff13:40Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
15:543h51
Cardiff19:45Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
12:503h54
Cardiff16:44Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
06:513h58
Cardiff10:49Spalding
£2411One-way
4 changes
Live departures
Cardiff to Spalding train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Spalding trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:51 Cardiff | 3h58 | 10:49 Spalding | 4 changes | |
| 08:37 Cardiff | 4h09 | 12:46 Spalding | 4 changes | |
| 09:49 Cardiff | 3h51 | 13:40 Spalding | 4 changes | |
| 10:19 Cardiff | 4h16 | 14:35 Spalding | 4 changes | |
| 11:18 Cardiff | 4h13 | 15:31 Spalding | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Spalding
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Trains from Cardiff to Spalding run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £184 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 3h 43m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £184 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 14:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Spalding trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Spalding from £184. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
£182
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Spalding train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Spalding 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 Spalding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully explore Spalding, a visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient, allowing time to enjoy local attractions, such as the beautiful gardens and historic sites.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Spalding in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Spalding can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £184, while the average price tends to be around £244.
The train distance from Cardiff to Spalding is 253 km.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Spalding is by train, costing approximately £184.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Spalding is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Spalding station (SPA).
The train journey from Cardiff to Spalding covers a distance of 253 km and takes approximately 3h 43m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Cardiff to Spalding leaves at 7:02.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Spalding.
The last train from Cardiff to Spalding departs at 14:45.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Spalding.
Trains from Cardiff to Spalding run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Spalding.
To travel from Cardiff to Spalding, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Spalding.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Spalding
Cardiff
Spalding
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Spalding.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Spalding is Spalding. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Spalding for your journey to Spalding from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:30 Saturday 06:30 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- 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 to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: MRIS 01795 680993
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 1 in the car park and the other on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Spalding
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station front at the bus stop next to the taxi rank.
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