How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Cardiff is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Cardiff route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.

Train Nottingham to Cardiff from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Cardiff on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Beeston	3h 15m	10:25	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Beeston	3h 12m	11:25	Cardiff Central	Fastest
Train	09:13	Beeston	3h 13m	12:26	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	15:13	Beeston	3h 14m	18:27	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	16:13	Beeston	3h 13m	19:26	Cardiff Central	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

9h 10mAverage duration

133 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £65	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £163	Average duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £13	Average duration2h 49m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nottingham and Cardiff?

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Cardiff

A
Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £23

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Cardiff by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Cardiff is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Cardiff departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/01

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14/01

£47

Today

£41

16/01

£36

17/01

No data

18/01

£36

19/01

£32

20/01

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Cardiff was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of £32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £32 to £53 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2026-01-19.