The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Wadhurst
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Wadhurst is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Wadhurst will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Wadhurst 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 249 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.


Live departures
Cardiff to Wadhurst train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Wadhurst trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:20 Cardiff | 4h23 | 12:43 Wadhurst | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Wadhurst
Trains from Cardiff to Wadhurst run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 05:53 |
Last train 19:19 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Wadhurst trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and Wadhurst from £56. 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 Wadhurst train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Wadhurst 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 Wadhurst, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Wadhurst
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 18:30 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. 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 details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via the side ramp onto the platform. No step free interchange between platforms. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step access only via the station footbridge to platform 1 for services towards London.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: on platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: by bus stop beside main building
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from bus stop A outside this station.
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