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The cheapest and fastest trains from Marlow to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
167 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marlow to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marlow to Cardiff will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Marlow for Cardiff 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 167 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.
07:063h34
Marlow10:40Cardiff
£381One-way
0 changes
07:382h29
Marlow10:07Cardiff
£751One-way
0 changes
07:382h29
Marlow10:07Cardiff
£751One-way
0 changes
07:063h34
Marlow10:40Cardiff
£381One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Marlow to Cardiff train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:49
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:38 Marlow | 2h29 | 10:07 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marlow to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Marlow to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
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 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 22:04 |
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 Rail from Marlow to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Marlow and Cardiff from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 29m
Cheapest Price
£34
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
FAQs: Marlow to Cardiff train
FAQs: Travel by train from Marlow to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Marlow to Cardiff.
The train distance from Marlow to Cardiff is 167 km.
The train journey from Marlow to Cardiff covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Marlow to Cardiff leaves at 5:04.
The last train from Marlow to Cardiff departs at 22:04.
Booking trains from Marlow to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Marlow to Cardiff run approximately 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Marlow to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Marlow to Cardiff is by train, costing approximately £34.
The train station in Marlow that goes to Cardiff is Marlow station (MLW), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Marlow to Cardiff.
To get from Marlow to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Marlow to Cardiff.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Marlow to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Marlow to Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marlow and Cardiff
Marlow
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Marlow is Marlow. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Marlow for your trip from Marlow to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Dining
- La Cantina Del Vino
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B1 Station - This station has step free access to the platform via a short steep ramp from the road. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please call our assist phone line.Assist booking line Tel 08457 413 775 Text Phone 08456 050 6000 Monday-Friday 08:00-20:00 Saturday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Entrance area leading to platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Marlow
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station approach
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Marlow.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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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