How much does a train ticket cost from Coventry to Cardiff?

The cheapest train tickets from Coventry to Cardiff start from £97. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Coventry to Cardiff?

The average train journey time from Coventry to Cardiff is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 96 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Coventry to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Coventry to Cardiff?

The earliest train from Coventry to Cardiff departs at 10:30. And the latest train departs at 18:58.

Train Coventry to Cardiff from £97

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Coventry to Cardiff on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:30	Coventry	2h 36m	13:06	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	18:58	Coventry	2h 22m	21:20	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	09:30	Coventry	2h 55m	12:25	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	10:30	Coventry	2h 36m	13:06	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	10:30	Coventry	2h 36m	13:06	Cardiff Central	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Coventry to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 50mAverage duration

96 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£23 - £40	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£97 - £211	Average duration2h 22m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £97

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Coventry to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Coventry to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Coventry to Cardiff start from £97. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Coventry to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Coventry to Cardiff is 2h 22m, covering a distance of 96 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Coventry to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Coventry to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Coventry to Cardiff departs at 10:30. And the latest train departs at 18:58.