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It takes an average of 7h 0m to travel from Norwich to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 206 miles (332 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Norwich to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £45 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:05 | |
| Departure station | Norwich | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 11m | |
| Distance | 206 miles (332 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Norwich to Cardiff Central by train
Looking to travel from Norwich to Cardiff Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours to travel from Norwich to Cardiff Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 39 trains per day running along the 206 miles (332 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Cardiff Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Transport for Wales to get to Cardiff Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Norwich to Cardiff Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £45.00.
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The price of train tickets from Norwich to Cardiff Central starts at £45 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.