The cheapest and fastest trains from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 67 km
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Live departures
Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:20 Ammanford station (AMF) | 1h55 | 09:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:02 Ammanford station (AMF) | 2h13 | 11:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:09 Ammanford station (AMF) | 2h05 | 15:14 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 13:13. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 13:13 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Ammanford station (AMF) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ammanford station (AMF) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ammanford station (AMF) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform is accessible via a shallow ramp with no handrail from Ffordd yr Orsaf.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis subject to availability from local suppliers
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station exit adjacent to the level crossing.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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