The average train between Hook and Cardiff takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Hook to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Hook and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Hook is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Basingstoke and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hook to Cardiff? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hook to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hook station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Hook to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.
Hook to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Hook to Cardiff train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Hook and Cardiff is 155.7 km. The road distance is 209 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 1h 22m.