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The cheapest and fastest trains from Redhill to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 21 Nov
Cheapest price
£146
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
211 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redhill to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redhill to Cardiff will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
Fast trains
To travel from Redhill to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
05:303h09
Redhill08:39Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
06:142h54
Redhill09:08Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
07:122h57
Redhill10:09Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
07:343h03
Redhill10:37Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
08:122h55
Redhill11:07Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
09:442h53
Redhill12:37Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
06:142h54
Redhill09:08Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
08:122h55
Redhill11:07Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
10:402h55
Redhill13:35Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
12:402h55
Redhill15:35Cardiff
£1461One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Redhill to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redhill to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£66 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Redhill to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Redhill to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:39 Redhill | 3h28 | 10:07 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redhill to Cardiff
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Trains from Redhill to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 8m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 21:47 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western, Southern from Redhill to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western, Southern trains will get you between Redhill and Cardiff from £20. 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
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£63
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£146
first_great_western frequency
12 a day
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 34m
Cheapest Price
£161
Southern frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Redhill to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redhill 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.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
The cost of a train ticket from Redhill to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The cheapest way to get from Redhill to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £20.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
The train distance from Redhill to Cardiff is 211 km.
Booking trains from Redhill to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Redhill to Cardiff departs at 21:47.
The train journey from Redhill to Cardiff covers a distance of 211 km and takes approximately 3h 8m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Redhill that goes to Cardiff is Redhill station (RDH), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
The first train from Redhill to Cardiff leaves at 4:52.
Trains from Redhill to Cardiff run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Redhill to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Redhill to Cardiff.
There is no night train service from Redhill to Cardiff.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Redhill to Cardiff.
To get from Redhill to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Redhill and Cardiff
Redhill
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Redhill is Earlswood (Surrey). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Earlswood (Surrey) for your trip from Redhill to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:35 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Level access to platform 1 (towards London). Steps to platform 2 (towards Gatwick). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting room, Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1 and an unheated shelter on platform 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParking
Dining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 22:35 Sunday 06:50 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 0, 1, 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Two-tier cycle storage at station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Queen Street for your journey to Cardiff from Redhill.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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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