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The average train between Cardiff and Hook takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Hook. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 29m
Duration
130 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 38m
£53–99

Cardiff to Hook train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Hook. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Hook at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 38m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 7m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 7m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountrySouth Western Railway2h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Hook? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Hook.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 129.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Hook, Hampshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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