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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caernarfon to Cardiff
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Typically, there are 15 trains per day from Caernarfon to Cardiff, including 5 direct trains, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Lowest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Caernarfon to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Caernarfon and Cardiff from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Caernarfon to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caernarfon 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 Caernarfon and Cardiff
Most Caernarfon to Cardiff trains use the Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Caernarfon and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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