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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ealing Broadway (EAL) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 199 km
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Live departures
Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:22 Ealing Broadway (EAL) | 2h15 | 09:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:52 Ealing Broadway (EAL) | 2h17 | 18:09 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:22, the last at 15:52. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 07:22 |
Last train 15:52 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Ealing Broadway (EAL) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ealing Broadway (EAL) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ealing Broadway (EAL) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 23:25 Saturday 05:35 - 23:25 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 2. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall on Approach Road.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located within the waiting room on platform 4. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 4. The waiting room is open from first train to last train
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop F outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
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TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- 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)
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