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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Cardiff
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€74
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 17
15
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 15 trains from Nottingham to Cardiff, including 9 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
G0110912:07 PM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)3:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers- G011131:07 PM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)4:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G011183:07 PM3h22Nottingham station (NOT)6:29 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G011142:07 PM3h19Nottingham station (NOT)5:26 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G0110210:07 AM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)1:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G0110912:07 PM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)3:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G011131:07 PM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)4:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G0110210:07 AM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)1:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G0110711:07 AM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)2:25 PMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
- G010988:07 AM3h18Nottingham station (NOT)11:25 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Cardiff:
A bus is €37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Cardiff costing on average €58.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 57m.
Live departures
Nottingham to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00742 · W29847+ G39593 | 6:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h59 | 9:59 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00742 · G01092 | 6:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h25 | 9:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G01095 | 7:04 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h21 | 10:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01098 | 8:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 11:25 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 C21829+W29925 · G01138+G39602 | 8:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h43 | 11:59 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G01101 | 9:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h19 | 12:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01102 | 10:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 1:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21600+G01180 · W29866+G39611 | 10:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h44 | 2:01 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G01107 | 11:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 2:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01109 | 12:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 3:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21606+G01184 · W29877+G39622 | 12:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h43 | 4:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G01113 | 1:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h18 | 4:25 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01114 | On time 2:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h19 | 5:26 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21799+W29935 · G01150+G39628 | 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h42 | 5:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G01118 | 3:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h22 | 6:29 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Nottingham to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Cardiff from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Cardiff
Most Nottingham to Cardiff trains use the Nottingham to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.
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