The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Thurnscoe
- Cheapest price on 16 Nov
- £172
- Average ticket price on 16 Nov
- £179
- Fastest journey on 16 Nov
- 4 h 38 m
- Average journey duration on 16 Nov
- 4 h 39 m
- Trains on 16 Nov
- 22
- Distance
- 262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Thurnscoe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Thurnscoe will cost around £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £172.
To travel from Cardiff to Thurnscoe you need to make at least 3 changes.

6:10 4h38 Cardiff 10:48 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
10:10 4h39 Cardiff 14:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
11:10 4h39 Cardiff 15:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
14:10 4h39 Cardiff 18:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
15:10 4h39 Cardiff 19:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes

6:10 4h38 Cardiff 10:48 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
10:10 4h39 Cardiff 14:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
11:10 4h39 Cardiff 15:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
14:10 4h39 Cardiff 18:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
15:10 4h39 Cardiff 19:49 Thurnscoe £172 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Thurnscoe
Trains from Cardiff to Thurnscoe run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:23, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 262 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 262 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 9:23 |
Last train 19:26 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Thurnscoe trip
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Live departures
Cardiff to Thurnscoe train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Thurnscoe trains for today, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:45 Cardiff | 4h04 | 21:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:45 Cardiff | 10h03 | 5:48 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
| Monday 16 November | |||||
![]() | 6:10 Cardiff | 4h38 | 10:48 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:40 Cardiff | 5h09 | 11:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 12:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 13:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 14:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:10 Cardiff | 4h39 | 14:49 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 15:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:10 Cardiff | 4h39 | 15:49 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Cardiff | 5h03 | 16:48 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:45 Cardiff | 5h03 | 17:48 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 18:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:10 Cardiff | 4h39 | 18:49 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 19:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:10 Cardiff | 4h39 | 19:49 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:45 Cardiff | 5h04 | 20:49 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:45 Cardiff | 5h06 | 21:51 Thurnscoe | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:10 Cardiff | 4h41 | 21:51 Thurnscoe | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Thurnscoe
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FAQs: Cardiff to Thurnscoe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Thurnscoe 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 Thurnscoe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Thurnscoe
Most Cardiff to Thurnscoe trains use the Cardiff Central to Thurnscoe station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Thurnscoe 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 Thurnscoe station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Thurnscoe from Thurnscoe city centre
Thurnscoe train station facilities and services
Thurnscoe 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 Thurnscoe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thurnscoe: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Thurnscoe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thurnscoe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Step-free access to both platforms. Platform 2 can be accessed via the footpath in front of the childrens nursery, then via the ramp walkway to the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Cardiff to Thurnscoe
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