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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Romsey to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romsey to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romsey to Cardiff will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Romsey 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 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.
10:232h26Romsey12:49Cardiff£491One-way0 changes
- 10:232h26Romsey12:49Cardiff£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Romsey to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romsey to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Romsey to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Romsey to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:23 Romsey | 2h26 | 12:49 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romsey to Cardiff
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Trains from Romsey to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Romsey to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Romsey and Cardiff from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Romsey to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romsey 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romsey and Cardiff
Most Romsey to Cardiff trains use the Romsey to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Llanishen. Use this guide to compare Romsey and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romsey station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Romsey from Romsey city centre
Romsey train station facilities and services
Romsey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romsey.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romsey.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romsey.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romsey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Romsey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romsey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via local roads and up a long access ramp. Platform 2 is through the ticket office or night entrance, 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: Yes.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Llanishen from Cardiff city centre
Llanishen is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Llanishen train station facilities and services
Llanishen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanishen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanishen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanishen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanishen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Rhymney) via the car park. There are two routes onto the platform, one with a steep gradient and one with a moderate gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a roadbridge with a walkway but no pavement, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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