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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from North Hykeham to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£138
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from North Hykeham to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from North Hykeham to Cardiff will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £138.
Of the 1 trains that leave North Hykeham 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 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
9:504h35North Hykeham14:25Cardiff£1381One-way0 changes
- 9:504h35North Hykeham14:25Cardiff£1381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for North Hykeham to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from North Hykeham to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £137.
Distance: 259 km
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£138 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
North Hykeham to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for North Hykeham to Cardiff trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 15:18 Hykeham | 4h08 | 19:26 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 15:48 Hykeham | 4h18 | 20:06 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 16:48 Hykeham | 4h38 | 21:26 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 17:48 Hykeham | 4h47 | 22:35 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 20:22 Hykeham | 13h03 | 9:25 Cardiff | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from North Hykeham to Cardiff
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Trains from North Hykeham to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 11:45. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 11:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
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FAQs: North Hykeham to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from North Hykeham 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in North Hykeham and Cardiff
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- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Platform 2 has step free access via a ramp with a moderate gradient. Access between the platforms is via a level crossing, this has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not on the edge of platform 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Shelter in the Car Park
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- 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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