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Compare coach and train for Bodmin to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bodmin to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £115.
Distance: 155 km
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5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bodmin to Cardiff
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Trains from Bodmin to Cardiff run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £115 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £115 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 19:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bodmin to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bodmin and Cardiff from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bodmin to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bodmin 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bodmin and Cardiff
Most Bodmin to Cardiff trains use the Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Bodmin and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bodmin station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Bodmin Parkway from Bodmin city centre
Bodmin Parkway is 4 km from Bodmin city centre. Public transport options include:
Bodmin Parkway train station facilities and services
Bodmin Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bodmin Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bodmin Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bodmin Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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