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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 2 trains that leave Staines-upon-Thames for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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 coach and train for Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 185 km
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£63 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:26 Staines-upon-Thames | 3h13 | 07:39 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:23 Staines-upon-Thames | 2h44 | 10:07 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff
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Trains from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 185 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 185 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 21:54 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Staines-upon-Thames and Cardiff from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames and Cardiff
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:55 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: Gresham Road-Main car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 2, and a second toilet is available on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Compound for 72 cycles located on Platform 1 Booking Hall entrance, Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt off Kingston Road
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
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