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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Get from Cardiff to Ludlow
The journey takes about 1 hour 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Transport for Wales ticket prices on this trip start at £23
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Ludlow 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 Cardiff to Ludlow?
The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Ludlow start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cardiff to Ludlow?
The average train journey time from Cardiff to Ludlow is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 65 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Which train operators serve the Cardiff to Ludlow route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cardiff to Ludlow?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Ludlow departs at 07:19. And the latest train departs at 23:47.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Ludlow was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cardiff to Ludlow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £25 to £65 for a train ticket from Cardiff to Ludlow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-04.
