Cardiff to Woking train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Woking

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£59

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

2 h 49 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff to Woking will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Woking 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 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    8:492h49
    Cardiff
    11:38Woking
    £591One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Cardiff to Woking train times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Woking trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:24 Cardiff
2h16
8:40 Woking2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:51 Cardiff
2h50
9:41 Woking2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:49 Cardiff
2h37
10:26 Woking2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:18 Cardiff
2h38
10:56 Woking2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:38 Cardiff
2h48
11:26 Woking2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:19 Cardiff
2h37
11:56 Woking2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Woking

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Trains from Cardiff to Woking run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 49m.

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
183 km
Average train duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£59
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 49m
First train
4:30
Last train
22:13
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
49 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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Woking trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Woking from £59. 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
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£59
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
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
£131
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Cardiff to Woking train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Woking can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Cardiff to Woking covers a distance of 183 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Woking is 183 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Woking leaves at 4:30.
The last train from Cardiff to Woking departs at 22:13.
Trains from Cardiff to Woking run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Woking.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Woking.
To get from Cardiff to Woking, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Woking.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Woking is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Woking station (WOK).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Woking is by train, costing approximately £59.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Woking 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 Woking offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic stretches particularly through the English countryside, providing glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
Doing a day trip from Cardiff to Woking is not feasible, as the journey duration is 2h 49m and there are 4 trains per day.
To fully explore Woking, one to two days is typically sufficient to enjoy its main attractions, such as The Lightbox gallery, the historic Shah Jahan Mosque, and the peaceful Horsell Common.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Woking.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Woking

Most Cardiff to Woking trains use the Cardiff Central to Woking station pair, with some services arriving at Worplesdon. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Woking 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 Woking
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.

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