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Cardiff to Didcot train route details

First train
05:07

Last train
23:34

Journey time
1h 14m

Distance
84 miles

Price
RUB 2,430.43*
What are the next train times from Cardiff to Didcot?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Cardiff to Didcot happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:51 Cardiff Central | 08:09 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:23 Cardiff Central | 08:55 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:49 Cardiff Central | 09:17 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:18 Cardiff Central | 09:35 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:38 Cardiff Central | 10:01 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:49 Cardiff Central | 11:05 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Didcot from Cardiff this week
Ticket prices for Cardiff to Didcot typically cost around RUB 2,430.43, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Didcot

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Cardiff and Didcot on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Cardiff to Didcot when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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