Carlton to Cardiff by train

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Overview: trains from Carlton to Cardiff

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlton to Cardiff, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:38 View journey
Last train 23:19 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 42m View journey
Distance (km) 219
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey US$72.92 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 22m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Carlton to Cardiff

So you’re considering going from Carlton to Cardiff by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Carlton and Cardiff

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$72.92, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Carlton and Cardiff

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 15 trains make this journey of 219 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Carlton is at 06:38 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:19.

During the weekend, 07:42 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:05 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 59 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Carlton to Cardiff

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 42 minutes. The total distance travelled is 219 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Carlton and Cardiff

Tickets for travel between Carlton and Cardiff can be booked 3 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Carlton to Cardiff

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Cardiff city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Carlton to Cardiff

Want to know more about your journey from Carlton to Cardiff? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Carlton and Cardiff covers 219 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.