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Trains from Oxford to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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33

train journeys
per day

84

miles (135 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:34 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Oxford to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Cardiff Central is approximately 84 miles (135 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Cardiff Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:39
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:36
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:10
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:10
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:36
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:29
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:34
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Oxford
    Cardiff Central
    Oxford to Cardiff Central

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oxford and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Oxford and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

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Amenities on trains between Oxford and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Oxford & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Oxford and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.