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National Museum Cardiff
National museum with art, natural history and geology collections, plus Impressionist works and changing exhibitions in Cathays Park.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£6
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£6
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
18 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
18 m
Trains on 06 Oct
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caerphilly to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caerphilly to Cardiff will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 1 trains from Caerphilly to Cardiff, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.


Trains from Caerphilly to Cardiff run on average 34 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 18m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
The table below shows live departures for Caerphilly to Cardiff trains for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y62370 | On time 17:45 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 18:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62370 | On time 17:48 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62104 | 17:59 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62325 | On time 18:05 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 18:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62325 | On time 18:08 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44101 | On time 18:15 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 18:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44101 | On time 18:18 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62094 | On time 18:29 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:49 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44092 | On time 18:35 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 18:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44092 | On time 18:38 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 18:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62358 | On time 18:45 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 19:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62358 | On time 18:48 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 19:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61998 | On time 18:59 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 19:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61996 | On time 19:05 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 19:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61996 | On time 19:08 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 19:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44113 | 19:15 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44113 | 19:18 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62308 | 19:35 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 19:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62308 | 19:38 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 19:58 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61970 | On time 19:46 Aber (ABE) | 0h22 | 20:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61970 | On time 19:48 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 20:08 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61958 | On time 20:06 Aber (ABE) | 0h22 | 20:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61958 | On time 20:09 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h19 | 20:28 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44111 | 20:15 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 20:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W44111 | 20:18 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 20:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45326 | 20:49 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 21:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45326 | 20:51 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h21 | 21:12 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W43701 | On time 21:15 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 21:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
W43701 | On time 21:18 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 21:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62346 | 21:48 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 22:11 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y62346 | 21:51 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 22:11 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61588 | On time 22:24 Aber (ABE) | 0h23 | 22:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y61588 | On time 22:27 Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0h20 | 22:47 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 6 October | |||||
![]() | 6:03 Caerphilly | 0h18 | 6:21 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 50m.

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There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 10m.

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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caerphilly 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.

Most Caerphilly to Cardiff trains use the Caerphilly to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Caerphilly and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Caerphilly has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Caerphilly.
Ticket office support is available at Caerphilly. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Caerphilly: Parking.
Available at Caerphilly: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caerphilly: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Aber has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Aber.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aber: Parking.
Available at Aber: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aber: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Energlyn & Churchill Park is 1 km from Caerphilly city centre. Public transport options include:
Energlyn & Churchill Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No.
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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Heath High Level is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Heath High Level has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heath High Level.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heath High Level: Parking.
Available at Heath High Level: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heath High Level: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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