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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Durham | Cardiff Central | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham | Cardiff Central | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:04 AM GMT.
Compare 3 ways to go from Durham to Cardiff
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $93
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham to Cardiff by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Durham to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Cardiff start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $304. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Cardiff?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Cardiff is 5h 43m, covering a distance of 238 miles (383 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 36m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Durham to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Cardiff?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Cardiff at 4:52pm. And the latest train departs at 4:53pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham to Cardiff was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham to Cardiff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $673 for a train ticket from Durham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-12-04.
