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Compare train for Didcot to Ludlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot to Ludlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £114 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £114, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£114 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Didcot to Ludlow is a train with an average price of £114.
The fastest way to travel from Didcot to Ludlow is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.
Yes, you can take a train between Didcot and Ludlow.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £114 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-86.54. The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why should you book Didcot to Ludlow trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Didcot to Ludlow.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot to Ludlow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Didcot to Ludlow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £113 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 17:48. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 2h 30m.
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 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £113 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 17:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot to Ludlow trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot and Ludlow from £113. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£48
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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
Great Western Railway frequency
1 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 Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£113
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Ludlow
Things to do in Ludlow
Discover the best of Ludlow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ludlow trip today.
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Ludlow Printing Works
Hands-on heritage centre and print workshop focused on traditional letterpress. It offers exhibitions, demonstrations and courses.
The Gallery at the Buttermarket
Art gallery in a restored medieval inn showing changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for both the building and contemporary programme.
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Castle Square
Elegant Georgian square beside the castle, framed by historic buildings. It is a fine place to pause and absorb Ludlow’s character.
- Recommended
Broad Street
Main medieval shopping street lined with timber-framed and Georgian buildings. Ideal for a self-guided walk through the old centre.
- Recommended
The Linney
Riverside green space below the castle with open views, paths and room to relax. Popular for an easy walk close to the centre.
Shropshire Pork Pie
Hand-raised pork pie linked with nearby Shropshire butchers; prized for seasoned pork, jelly and crisp hot-water crust pastry.
Steak and Kidney Pie
A classic British pie of beef and kidney in rich gravy, long associated with traditional pub cooking across the Marches.
- Gluten-free
Shropshire Blue
A robust local cheese made in Shropshire with a natural rind and full, savoury flavour; a staple on regional cheeseboards.
Old Downton Lodge
Refined modern British dining in a historic timber-framed setting, with tasting menus highlighting seasonal local produce.
Parkway Restaurant
Smart contemporary restaurant serving modern British cooking with strong local sourcing and an intimate, polished feel.
The Church Inn
Traditional Ludlow inn known for local ales and hearty British dishes in a relaxed pub atmosphere near the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: rooms and dining cost less than major tourist cities, but boutique stays and gastro pubs can raise daily spend.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs may have tip jars, but small change is enough.
FAQs: Didcot to Ludlow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot to Ludlow 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 Ludlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Didcot to Ludlow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £113, while the average price tends to be around £114.
The train journey from Didcot to Ludlow covers a distance of 132 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Didcot to Ludlow is 132 km.
The first train from Didcot to Ludlow leaves at 5:41.
The last train from Didcot to Ludlow departs at 17:48.
Trains from Didcot to Ludlow run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Didcot to Ludlow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Didcot to Ludlow.
To travel from Didcot to Ludlow, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Didcot to Ludlow.
The train station in Didcot that goes to Ludlow is Didcot Parkway (DID), and it arrives at Ludlow station (LUD).
The cheapest way to get from Didcot to Ludlow is by train, costing approximately £113.
Booking trains from Didcot to Ludlow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Didcot to Ludlow offers a pleasant and scenic experience, showcasing picturesque countryside landscapes, rolling hills, and charming villages along the route.
A day trip from Didcot to Ludlow is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 30m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 132 km.
To fully experience Ludlow's historic sites, local cuisine, and natural surroundings, plan for 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot to Ludlow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Didcot and Ludlow
Most Didcot to Ludlow trains use the Didcot Parkway to Ludlow station pair. Use this guide to compare Didcot and Ludlow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Didcot
Arrival train stations in Ludlow
Which Didcot station do trains to Ludlow leave from?
Trains from Didcot to Ludlow leave from Didcot Parkway. The station is from Didcot city centre at Didcot Parkway station, Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR.
Didcot ParkwayDidcot Parkway station, Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation forecourt.
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ludlow station do trains from Didcot arrive at?
Trains from Didcot to Ludlow arrive at Ludlow. Ludlow is from Ludlow city centre.
LudlowLudlow station, Station Drive, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 2PQ+44 3450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Ludlow from Ludlow city centre
Bus702 · 4m · every ~2 min
Ludlow train station facilities and services
Ludlow has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ludlow.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ludlow. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ludlow: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ludlow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ludlow: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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