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The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
179 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough station (SLO) 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 Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Slough station (SLO) 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 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
08:032h06
Slough station (SLO)10:09Cardiff Central (CDF)
£871One-way
0 changes
08:032h06
Slough station (SLO)10:09Cardiff Central (CDF)
£871One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:53
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:03 Slough station (SLO) | 2h06 | 10:09 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
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 £13
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 08:26 |
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 £13
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough station (SLO) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £13. 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 6m
Cheapest Price
£36
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
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 0m
Cheapest Price
£124
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
To get from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The cheapest way to get from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The train distance from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 179 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Yes, you can take the train from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
The train journey from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) covers a distance of 179 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 4:47.
The last train from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) departs at 8:26.
Trains from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
There is no night train service from Slough station (SLO) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
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Important Stations and Airports in Slough station (SLO) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Slough
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Slough is Slough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Slough for your trip from Slough to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 36 places, covered
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Slough
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
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 Slough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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)
Most popular train connections from Slough station (SLO)
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Most popular train connections to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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