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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

1 h 36 m

Average duration

1 h 37 m

Trains per day

63

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Airport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Cardiff will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol Airport to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayG15005+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads
    10:071h39
    Bristol, Airport (BSA)
    11:46Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £301One-way
    1 change
  • BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41800 · W34624
    12:491h48
    Bristol, Airport (BSA)
    14:37Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41809 · W34629
    14:181h48
    Bristol, Airport (BSA)
    16:06Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15525 · W34632
    15:181h51
    Bristol, Airport (BSA)
    17:09Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15004+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads
    9:071h45
    Bristol, Airport (BSA)
    10:52Cardiff Central (CDF)
    £301One-way
    1 change

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Compare coach and train for Bristol Airport to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 34 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach

£29

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol Airport to Cardiff train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15503
On time
17:37 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h46
19:23 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15225 · G1494217:50 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15020
On time
18:08 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h45
19:53 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41823 · G1494318:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h56
20:14 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15504
On time
18:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h44
20:22 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41825 · G1494418:49 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
20:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15021
On time
19:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h40
20:47 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15034 · W34646
On time
19:19 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h43
21:02 Cardiff Central (CDF)
2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15505
On time
19:32 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h37
21:09 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+CrossCountryG00928+Great Western RailwayW34648
On time
19:43 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h55
21:38 Cardiff Central (CDF)
2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15023
On time
20:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
21:45 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15506
On time
20:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h39
22:17 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41830 · G1494520:53 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h54
22:47 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayW3504121:06 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h50
22:56 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15507
On time
21:44 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
23:32 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15026
On time
22:08 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
23:57 Cardiff Central (CDF)
1 change
Friday 19 June
CrossCountryG01044+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads4:10 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
2h11
6:21 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14998+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads6:06 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h41
7:47 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayW34663+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads6:17 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
8:06 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15493+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads6:35 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h44
8:19 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15213 · W35415+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads6:50 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
8:39 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15000+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads7:06 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h42
8:48 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15526 · G14933+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads7:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h50
9:08 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15494+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads7:39 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h43
9:22 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15214 · G14934+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads7:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
9:36 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15002+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h39
9:46 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15517 · G14935+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:23 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
10:12 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48821+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h39
10:17 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15215 · G14936+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads8:49 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
10:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15004+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads9:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h45
10:52 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15518 · G14937+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads9:17 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h50
11:07 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG154959:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h41
11:19 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15216 · G149389:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h52
11:40 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1500510:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h39
11:46 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15217 · W34617+BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads10:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h52
12:10 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1549610:39 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
12:17 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15218 · W3461810:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
12:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1500711:08 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h41
12:49 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayC48896 · G1493911:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h58
13:16 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1549711:39 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h43
13:22 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15219 · W3541711:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
13:36 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1500912:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15220 · W3462212:19 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
14:08 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1549812:35 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h41
14:16 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41800 · W3462412:49 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1501113:11 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
14:49 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15522 · G1494013:19 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
15:08 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1549913:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h44
15:22 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15221 · W3541813:49 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h47
15:36 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayW3499914:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h39
15:46 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41809 · W3462914:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
16:06 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1550014:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
16:16 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15222 · W3463014:49 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
16:38 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1501415:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h43
16:50 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15525 · W3463215:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h51
17:09 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1550115:38 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h44
17:22 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15223 · W3463415:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
17:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1501616:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h42
17:49 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15224 · W3541916:18 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h48
18:06 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1550216:34 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h38
18:12 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayY41819 · W3463716:48 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h49
18:37 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG1501817:07 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h43
18:50 Cardiff Central (CDF)1 change
BusBus from Bristol Airport (A1 Bristol) to Bristol Temple Meads+Great Western RailwayG15527 · G1494117:20 Bristol, Airport (BSA)
1h50
19:10 Cardiff Central (CDF)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Airport to Cardiff

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Trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 1h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
34 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
1h 31m
First train
7:15
Last train
21:46
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol Airport to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol Airport and Cardiff from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£19
Great Western Railway frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Bristol Airport to Cardiff train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Airport to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Cardiff covers a distance of 34 km and takes approximately 1h 31m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Airport to Cardiff is 34 km.
The first train from Bristol Airport to Cardiff leaves at 7:15.
The last train from Bristol Airport to Cardiff departs at 21:46.
Trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Airport to Cardiff.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Airport to Cardiff.
To get from Bristol Airport to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol Airport to Cardiff.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Airport to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Bristol Airport to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Airport to Cardiff offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the countryside, small towns, and the River Severn as you approach Cardiff.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol Airport to Cardiff is feasible. The journey takes 1h 31m and covers 34 km. The service runs 9 times per day with trains.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Airport to Cardiff.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Airport and Cardiff

Bristol
Cardiff
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
  • 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: to the right of the station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
  • Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
  • Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place

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