Going from Newbury to Cardiff by train

About to set off from Newbury to Cardiff by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Newbury and Cardiff

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$87.60, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Newbury and Cardiff

If you are taking the train from Newbury to Cardiff, you will have 74 trains each day (with a departure every 8 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:29. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:21. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:27, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:55.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Newbury to Cardiff?

On this route spanning 128 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 58 minutes.

When do tickets between Newbury and Cardiff go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Newbury and Cardiff 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Newbury to Cardiff

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Cardiff city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Newbury to Cardiff?

The total distance between Newbury and Cardiff is 128 kilometres.

What is the Newbury to Cardiff train price?

The lowest price available on this route is AU$87.60. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Newbury to Cardiff?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Newbury to Cardiff by train?

The fastest journey time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.