The cheapest and fastest trains from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beeston station (BEE) 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 Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least 3 changes.
20:5312h58Beeston station (BEE)9:51Cardiff Central (CDF)£1151One-way3 changes
17:235h37Beeston station (BEE)23:00Cardiff Central (CDF)£1281One-way3 changes
17:546h24Beeston station (BEE)0:18Cardiff Central (CDF)£1281One-way3 changes
23:2611h21Beeston station (BEE)10:47Cardiff Central (CDF)£1421One-way3 changes
17:235h37Beeston station (BEE)23:00Cardiff Central (CDF)£1281One-way3 changes
17:546h24Beeston station (BEE)0:18Cardiff Central (CDF)£1281One-way3 changes
23:2611h21Beeston station (BEE)10:47Cardiff Central (CDF)£1421One-way3 changes
20:5312h58Beeston station (BEE)9:51Cardiff Central (CDF)£1151One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 209 km
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£84 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:13, the last at 12:29. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 9:13 |
Last train 12:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Beeston station (BEE) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beeston station (BEE) 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 Beeston station (BEE) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Beeston station (BEE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Beeston to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Beeston station (BEE) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Beeston from Beeston city centre
Beeston train station facilities and services
Beeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Beeston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Beeston.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Beeston: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Beeston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Beeston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. There is step-free access to the station, ticket office and platform 1 (northbound platform towards Nottingham). There is no step-free access to platform 2 (southbound platform towards London). This platform is accessed via a footbridge. For customers who are unable to use the footbridge, ie wheelchair customers, please contact EMR on 08457 125 678 and select option 3 - Assisted Travel - so that taxi arrangements can be made. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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