Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City train with Great Western Railway

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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £146.

Distance: 208 km

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£146

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£42

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3h 17m

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2h 47m

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City

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Trains from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £146 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 3h 1m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40
Distance
208 km
Average train duration
2h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£146
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 1m
First train
4:02
Last train
21:30
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
28 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Welwyn Garden City from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£38
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£146
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £146, while the average price tends to be around £146.
The train journey from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 208 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City is 208 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 4:02.
The last train from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City departs at 21:30.
Trains from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City.
To get from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City is by coach, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Welsh countryside, with rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, before transitioning into the more urban areas of England.
A day trip from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City is not feasible, as the journey duration is 3h 1m. Trains run 2 times per day.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Welwyn Garden City

Most Cardiff to Welwyn Garden City trains use the Cardiff Central to Welwyn Garden City station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Welwyn Garden City train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre

Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min

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.

CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LUParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre

TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min

Cathays train station facilities and services

Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cathays.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cathays: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Travelodge.

RhiwbinaRhiwbina station, off Pen-y-Dre, Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 6EPParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Rhiwbina from Cardiff city centre

Rhiwbina is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCardiff Central - Coryton, Penarth - Coryton · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Cardiff Central - Coryton, Penarth - Coryton · 18m · £3 · every ~4 min
Bus21, 23 · 17m · £2 · every ~12 min
21, 23 · 23m · £2 · every ~12 min

Rhiwbina train station facilities and services

Rhiwbina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Rhiwbina.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Rhiwbina: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Rhiwbina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Rhiwbina: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to the platform an end of platform ramp, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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