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Compare coach and train for Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 128 km
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Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| 9:08 Stratford-upon-Avon | 3h18 | 12:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff
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Trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 20:01 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Stratford-upon-Avon and Cardiff from £16. 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-upon-Avon to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon and Cardiff
Most Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff trains use the Stratford-upon-Avon to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Stratford-upon-Avon and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stratford-upon-Avon station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Stratford-upon-Avon from Stratford-upon-Avon city centre
Stratford-upon-Avon train station facilities and services
Stratford-upon-Avon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford-upon-Avon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford-upon-Avon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford-upon-Avon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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