The average train between Oxford Station and Cardiff takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford Station 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 every 4 hours between Oxford Station and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford Station is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:32 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Oxford Station 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 Oxford Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Oxford Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.
Oxford Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Oxford Station and Cardiff is 135.3 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 19m.