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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Trowbridge to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trowbridge to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trowbridge to Cardiff will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 22 trains that leave Trowbridge for Cardiff every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
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6:041h44Trowbridge7:48Cardiff£451One-way0 changes- 7:051h45Trowbridge8:50Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 8:061h40Trowbridge9:46Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 9:211h31Trowbridge10:52Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 10:201h26Trowbridge11:46Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 20:201h25Trowbridge21:45Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 10:201h26Trowbridge11:46Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 12:181h27Trowbridge13:45Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 14:181h28Trowbridge15:46Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
- 19:181h28Trowbridge20:46Cardiff£451One-way0 changes
Live departures
Trowbridge to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Trowbridge to Cardiff trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:18 Trowbridge | 1h38 | 22:56 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:18 Trowbridge | 1h39 | 23:57 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:42 Trowbridge | 6h39 | 6:21 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| 6:04 Trowbridge | 1h44 | 7:48 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trowbridge to Cardiff
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Trains from Trowbridge to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Trowbridge to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Trowbridge and Cardiff from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trowbridge to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge and Cardiff
Most Trowbridge to Cardiff trains use the Trowbridge to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Trowbridge and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Trowbridge station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Trowbridge from Trowbridge city centre
Trowbridge train station facilities and services
Trowbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Trowbridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Trowbridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Trowbridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Trowbridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Trowbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Trowbridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.
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.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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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