Cardiff to Maidenhead by train

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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Maidenhead

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cardiff to Maidenhead, 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 05:07 View journey
Last train 23:27 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 43m View journey
Distance (km) 169
Trains / day 74 View all
Cheapest journey €58.98 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 58m
Train operators 5

From Cardiff to Maidenhead by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Cardiff to Maidenhead by train. With 74 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Cardiff to Maidenhead

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Cardiff to Maidenhead:

  • Cheapest ticket: €58.98

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel between Cardiff and Maidenhead

If you are taking the train from Cardiff to Maidenhead, you will have 74 trains each day (with a departure every 7 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:07. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:27. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:26, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:07.

Train travel time and distance from Cardiff to Maidenhead

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 43 minutes. The total distance travelled is 169 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Cardiff to Maidenhead trains

Tickets for travel to Maidenhead along this route are available for purchase 5 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making the most of your Cardiff to Maidenhead travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Maidenhead.

FAQs about the train journey from Cardiff to Maidenhead

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

The train journey between Cardiff and Maidenhead covers 169 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.