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19/03/2025
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Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train

The journey from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train is 66.3 mi and takes 2 hrs 12 mins. There are 17 connections per day, with the first departure at 10:42 and the last at 21:42. It is possible to travel from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train for as little as £42.32 or as much as £43.33. The best price for this journey is £42.32.

Lowest Price £42.32
Journey Duration 2 hrs 12 mins
Connection per Day 17
Lowest Price £42.32
Highest Price £43.33
First Departure 10:42
Last Departure 21:42
Distance 66.3 mi
Departure Salisbury, Wiltshire
Arrival Cardiff
Carriers Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, 19 Mar 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff

The cheapest Salisbury, Wiltshire - Cardiff train tickets can be found for as low as £29.06 if you’re lucky, or £32.14 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £34.64.

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!

Services on board Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff
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Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
7.47kg
Bus
8kg
Flight
21.34kg
Car
17.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff are 7.47kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff? By taking the train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff you will save 13.87kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.53kg compared to a bus and 9.6kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff is £42.67. 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 £42.32.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff is £42.32. 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 Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff by train?
Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff is 66.3 mi.
How long does the train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff take?
Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff is on average 2 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 2 mins.
Which companies operate from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
The train journey from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales.
How many train connections per day go from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff has 17 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff departs at 10:42. 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 Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff departs at 21:42. 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 Salisbury, Wiltshire 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 £42.32 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.
How many direct connections depart from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
There are on average 11 direct connection(s) from Salisbury, Wiltshire to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff is 2 hrs 2 mins.
Is there a direct train from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Salisbury, Wiltshire and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Salisbury, Wiltshire to Cardiff creates 7.47kg of CO2 emissions.

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