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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Ulverston
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Ulverston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Ulverston will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Ulverston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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.
9:535h50Cardiff15:43Ulverston£1001One-way0 changes
- 9:535h50Cardiff15:43Ulverston£1001One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Ulverston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Ulverston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 302 km
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5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Ulverston train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Ulverston trains for tomorrow, Saturday 2 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:53 Cardiff | 5h50 | 15:43 Ulverston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Ulverston
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Trains from Cardiff to Ulverston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:07, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 8:07 |
Last train 18:21 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Ulverston trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Ulverston from £28. 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 Ulverston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Ulverston 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 Ulverston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Ulverston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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)
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The Farmers Ulverston
- The Sun Inn
- 24 places, not covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a small facility with a single building housing the ticket office and waiting area, with platforms accessible via a footbridge.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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