The cheapest and fastest trains from Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton station (TAU) 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 Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 31 trains that leave Taunton station (TAU) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
G1549610:191h58Taunton station (TAU)12:17Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way0 changes
G00894+
W3541916:002h06Taunton station (TAU)18:06Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G1550115:192h03Taunton station (TAU)17:22Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way0 changes
G01080+
W3541813:531h43Taunton station (TAU)15:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G01083+
W3463415:531h44Taunton station (TAU)17:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G66829+
G1550821:431h37Taunton station (TAU)23:20Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G01080+
W3541813:531h43Taunton station (TAU)15:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G01073+
W3541711:531h43Taunton station (TAU)13:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G01083+
W3463415:531h44Taunton station (TAU)17:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
G00735+
G1494418:531h44Taunton station (TAU)20:37Cardiff Central (CDF)£411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 51 km
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£34 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01075+ W34624 | Delayed 11:54 12:53Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15499 | On time 13:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h03 | 15:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01080+ W35418 | On time 13:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h43 | 15:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15500 | On time 14:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h57 | 16:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01082+ W34630 | On time 14:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h45 | 16:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15501 | On time 15:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h03 | 17:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01083+ W34634 | On time 15:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 17:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G00894+ W35419 | On time 16:00 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h06 | 18:06 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15502 | On time 16:18 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h54 | 18:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00723+ W34637 | On time 16:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 18:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15503 | On time 17:10 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h13 | 19:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00730+ G14942 | On time 17:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h45 | 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15504 | On time 18:10 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h12 | 20:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00735+ G14944 | On time 18:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15505 | On time 19:15 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h54 | 21:09 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15507 | On time 21:32 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h00 | 23:32 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66829+ G15507 | On time 21:43 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h49 | 23:32 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
G15369 · G14998 | 5:10 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h37 | 7:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15493 | 6:11 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h08 | 8:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01060+ W35415 | 6:51 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h48 | 8:39 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G14897 · G15526 · G14933 | 6:54 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h14 | 9:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
G15494 | 7:11 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h11 | 9:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01062+ G14934 | 7:46 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h50 | 9:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
C48821 | 8:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h58 | 10:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01064+ G14936 | 8:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 10:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15495 | 9:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h00 | 11:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00869_G01067+ G14938 | 9:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h47 | 11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15496 | 10:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h58 | 12:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01069+ W34618 | 10:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h44 | 12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15497 | 11:09 Taunton station (TAU) | 2h13 | 13:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00865+ G14939 | 11:22 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h54 | 13:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G01073+ W35417 | 11:53 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h43 | 13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G15498 | 12:19 Taunton station (TAU) | 1h57 | 14:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 19:22 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Taunton station (TAU) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton station (TAU) 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 Taunton station (TAU) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Taunton station (TAU) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Taunton to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Taunton station (TAU) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Taunton from Taunton city centre
Taunton train station facilities and services
Taunton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Taunton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton: 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 via subway and the lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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.

