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Islington to Cardiff Train

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25/04/2025
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Islington to Cardiff by train

The journey from Islington to Cardiff by train is 132.52 mi and takes 5 hrs 7 mins. There are 111 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:27 and the last at 23:59. It is possible to travel from Islington to Cardiff by train for as little as £16.06 or as much as £132.71. The best price for this journey is £16.06.

Lowest Price £16.06
Journey Duration 5 hrs 7 mins
Connection per Day 111
Lowest Price £16.06
Highest Price £132.71
First Departure 00:27
Last Departure 23:59
Distance 132.52 mi
Departure Islington
Arrival Cardiff
Carriers National Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Islington to Cardiff

The cheapest Islington - Cardiff train tickets can be found for as low as £28.22 if you’re lucky, or £41.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £65.47.

Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by train

When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Islington to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
14.93kg
Bus
15.99kg
Flight
42.65kg
Car
34.12kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Islington to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Islington and Cardiff are 14.93kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Islington and Cardiff? By taking the train between Islington and Cardiff you will save 27.72kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.06kg compared to a bus and 19.19kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Islington to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Islington to Cardiff is £62.84. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £16.06.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Islington to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Islington to Cardiff is £16.06. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Islington and Cardiff by train?
Islington to Cardiff is 132.52 mi.
How long does the train between Islington and Cardiff take?
Islington to Cardiff is on average 5 hrs 7 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 55 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Islington to Cardiff?
Islington to Cardiff has 111 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Islington to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Islington to Cardiff departs at 00:27. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Islington to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Islington to Cardiff departs at 23:59. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Islington to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £16.06 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Islington to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Islington and Cardiff is 2 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct train from Islington to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Islington and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Islington to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Islington to Cardiff creates 14.93kg of CO2 emissions.