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 | Train | Cheltenham Spa | Cardiff Central | Cheapest | ||||
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 | Train | Cheltenham Spa | Cardiff Central | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Cheltenham to Cardiff is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Cheltenham to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Cheltenham to Cardiff departs at 07:43. And the latest train departs at 23:04.
Which is the best train operator from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transport for Wales has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cheltenham to Cardiff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transport for Wales, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Cardiff was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cheltenham to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £27 for a train ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-09.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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