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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£199
Average price
£199
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich station (NRW) 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 Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £199 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £199.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich station (NRW) for Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 332 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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 Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 332 km
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£97 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h46 | 12:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h39 | 14:09 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h36 | 16:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 4h54 | 23:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 332 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 332 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 12:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich station (NRW) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich station (NRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich station (NRW) 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 Norwich station (NRW) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost 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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