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National Museum Cardiff
National museum with art, natural history and geology collections, plus Impressionist works and changing exhibitions in Cathays Park.
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheshunt to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheshunt to Cardiff will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cheshunt for Cardiff 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 219 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheshunt to Cardiff 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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £143.
Distance: 219 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£143 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Cheshunt to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 Cheshunt | 3h02 | 11:27 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:25 Cheshunt | 3h08 | 12:33 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:25 Cheshunt | 3h09 | 13:34 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:25 Cheshunt | 3h08 | 14:33 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:25 Cheshunt | 3h15 | 15:40 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:55 Cheshunt | 3h17 | 16:12 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:25 Cheshunt | 3h08 | 16:33 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:25 Cheshunt | 3h16 | 17:41 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:25 Cheshunt | 3h09 | 18:34 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:25 Cheshunt | 3h11 | 19:36 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:25 Cheshunt | 3h09 | 20:34 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:25 Cheshunt | 3h09 | 21:34 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:25 Cheshunt | 3h11 | 22:36 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:25 Cheshunt | 3h11 | 23:36 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:55 Cheshunt | 10h11 | 8:06 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:40 Cheshunt | 9h00 | 8:40 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Cheshunt to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £143 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 16:48. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £143 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 16:48 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheshunt to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cheshunt to Cardiff trains use the Cheshunt to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheshunt and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cheshunt is 1 km from Cheshunt city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheshunt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cheshunt.
Wi-Fi is available at Cheshunt. ATMs are available at Cheshunt.
Ticket office support is available at Cheshunt. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cheshunt: Parking, WC.
Available at Cheshunt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheshunt: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: when ticket office is open, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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