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Cardiff to Didcot Train Route Details

First train
05:07

Last train
23:30

Journey time
1h 14m

Distance
84 miles

Price
€25.06*
What are the next train times from Cardiff to Didcot?
Discover all upcoming Cardiff to Didcot services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:50 Cardiff Central | 12:07 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:50 Cardiff Central | 13:04 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:18 Cardiff Central | 13:56 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:50 Cardiff Central | 14:20 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:18 Cardiff Central | 14:56 Didcot Parkway | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:50 Cardiff Central | 15:20 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Didcot

Group travel deals
If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Didcot more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff to Didcot by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

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.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be traveling.

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









