How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff start from R 643. The average price for this train route is around R 937. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Cardiff is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 210 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.

Train Nottingham to Cardiff from R 616

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Cardiff on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:06	Nottingham	3h 20m	10:26	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	17:13	Beeston	3h 9m	20:22	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	07:12	Beeston	3h 14m	10:26	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	08:13	Beeston	3h 12m	11:25	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	09:13	Beeston	3h 13m	12:26	Cardiff Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

214 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 342 - R 1 357	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 643 - R 2 604	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 294 - R 479	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nottingham and Cardiff?

Nottingham

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Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Cardiff

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Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 R 643

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff start from R 643. The average price for this train route is around R 937. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Cardiff is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 210 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 2 449

10/12

R 911

Today

R 616

12/12

No data

13/12

R 632

14/12

No data

15/12

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Cardiff was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 616

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 616 to R 2 449 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 632, which is on 2025-12-13.