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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackwater to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackwater to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackwater to Cardiff will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 5 trains that leave Blackwater for Cardiff every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Blackwater to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackwater to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 Blackwater | 2h25 | 08:35 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:39 Blackwater | 3h01 | 10:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:38 Blackwater | 2h02 | 10:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:06 Blackwater | 2h30 | 11:36 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackwater to Cardiff
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Trains from Blackwater to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Blackwater to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Blackwater and Cardiff from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackwater to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackwater to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackwater and Cardiff
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- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B2 - step free access to both platforms but long route between platforms via roadbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop in Large car park
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- 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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