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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 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 45 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 220 km
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2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:41 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h26 | 10:07 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 07:21 |
Last train 21:08 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stratford (London) (SRA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
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Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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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