Timetable

Train route

Cheap train tickets

Windsor to Cardiff train route details

First train

06:20

Last train

23:56

Departure city

Windsor

Arrival city

Cardiff

Journey time

2h 10m

Distance

111 miles

Price

US$37.44*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Windsor to Cardiff?

Check all Windsor to Cardiff journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today

View More Trains

Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:20 2h 19m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	08:39 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
06:40 2h 28m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	09:08 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:20 2h 16m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	09:36 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
07:40 2h 29m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	10:09 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:20 2h 17m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	10:37 Cardiff Central	Find Tickets
08:40 2h 27m, 2 change Windsor & Eton Central	11:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Where to stay near Cardiff

Hotel Indigo CARDIFF by IHG
Dominions Arcade, Queen St
9.2/10
114 review
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Mill Ln
8.7/10
106 review
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel, Castle St
8.9/10
67 review
Hilton Cardiff
Kingsway, Greyfriars Rd
9.0/10
174 review
The Royal Hotel Cardiff
88 St Mary St
8.3/10
123 review
voco ST. DAVID'S CARDIFF by IHG
Havannah St
8.6/10
59 review
Holiday Inn CARDIFF CITY CENTRE by IHG
Street
8.9/10
73 review
The Parkgate Hotel
Westgate St
9.2/10
115 review





How to book cheap train tickets from Windsor to Cardiff

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Windsor and Cardiff 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.

Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Split Tickets discount

It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Book in advance

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

Which train ticket types are available for this route?





Why book train tickets on Trip.com?

Best Price Promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Split your journey for cheaper train fares
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer service
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees

*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

Trains from Windsor to Cardiff from US$37.44

Enjoy extra savings with Split Tickets

Windsor to Cardiff train route details

What are the next train times from Windsor to Cardiff?

Where to stay near Cardiff