The cheapest and fastest trains from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£133
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forest Gate station (FOG) 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 Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
To travel from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.
0:117h55Forest Gate station (FOG)8:06Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
6:182h22Forest Gate station (FOG)8:40Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
6:322h36Forest Gate station (FOG)9:08Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
7:142h22Forest Gate station (FOG)9:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
7:462h23Forest Gate station (FOG)10:09Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
11:182h17Forest Gate station (FOG)13:35Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
13:182h18Forest Gate station (FOG)15:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
15:482h18Forest Gate station (FOG)18:06Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
18:442h18Forest Gate station (FOG)21:02Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
21:182h18Forest Gate station (FOG)23:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£1331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £133.
Distance: 222 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£133 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:18 Forest Gate station (FOG) | 2h30 | 22:48 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:18 Forest Gate station (FOG) | 2h28 | 23:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:18 Forest Gate station (FOG) | 2h50 | 1:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 April | |||||
![]() | 0:11 Forest Gate station (FOG) | 7h55 | 8:06 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £133 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 222 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 222 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 22:18 |
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Train companies: Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsElizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Forest Gate station (FOG) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Forest Gate station (FOG) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forest Gate station (FOG) 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.

