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Trains from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street

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Trains to Cardiff Queen Street from Oxford Parkway

First train

05:15

Last train

00:45

Departure stationOxford Parkway
Arrival stationCardiff Queen Street
Journey time

From 1h 59m

Distance

84 miles (136 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street?

Check out the next trains departing from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:2113:492h 28m, 3 changes
11:5214:242h 32m, 3 changes
12:2114:492h 28m, 3 changes
12:5415:242h 30m, 3 changes
13:5216:192h 27m, 3 changes
14:2116:542h 33m, 3 changes
14:5317:242h 31m, 3 changes
15:2117:492h 28m, 4 changes
15:2118:433h 22m, 3 changes
15:5218:492h 57m, 3 changes

Trains to Cardiff Queen Street from Oxford Parkway

Want to travel from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 3 hours 53 minutes to travel from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street by train. You'll find on average 7 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Cardiff Queen Street by train; you'll need to make 3 changes.

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways and CrossCountry trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street?

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

How do I travel from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street?

You can get from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street by train in 3 hours and 53 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 59 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street take?

The average journey time by train between Oxford Parkway and Cardiff Queen Street is 3 hours and 53 minutes, with around 7 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Oxford Parkway and Cardiff Queen Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street is 1 hour and 59 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street?

No, there are no direct train services from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street. Travelling from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Oxford Parkway to Cardiff Queen Street is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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