Camborne to Cardiff train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Camborne to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£133

Average price

£137

Fastest journey

4 h 46 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

205 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Camborne to Cardiff will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Camborne for Cardiff every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.

First Great Western Service
09:074h58
Camborne
14:05Cardiff
£1331One-way
0 changes
First Great Western Service
11:104h46
Camborne
15:56Cardiff
£1331One-way
0 changes
First Great Western Service
12:114h49
Camborne
17:00Cardiff
£1331One-way
0 changes
First Great Western Service
14:114h54
Camborne
19:05Cardiff
£1331One-way
0 changes
First Great Western Service
09:385h23
Camborne
15:01Cardiff
£1551One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Camborne to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Camborne to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £108.

Distance: 205 km

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Coach

£124

Average Price

£46

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Cheapest

5h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 42m

Average total duration

8h 12m

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30m

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Live departures

Camborne to Cardiff train times

The table below shows live departures for Camborne to Cardiff trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:41
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
first_great_western06:01 Camborne
5h19
11:20 Cardiff0 changesdirect
first_great_western07:01 Camborne
5h17
12:18 Cardiff0 changesdirect
first_great_western07:33 Camborne
5h45
13:18 Cardiff1 change
first_great_western09:12 Camborne
4h57
14:09 Cardiff0 changesdirect
first_great_western09:36 Camborne
5h43
15:19 Cardiff1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Camborne to Cardiff

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Trains from Camborne to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 5h 0m.

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 £46
Distance
205 km
Average train duration
5h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£108
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 0m
First train
05:04
Last train
19:00
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 £46

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Camborne to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Camborne and Cardiff from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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
5h 48m
Cheapest Price
£111
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 10m
Cheapest Price
£160
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 46m
Cheapest Price
£133
first_great_western frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Camborne to Cardiff train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Camborne 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
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.
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.
Booking trains from Camborne to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Camborne to Cardiff is 205 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Camborne and Cardiff. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The cost of a train ticket from Camborne to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £108, while the average price tends to be around £124.
The cheapest way to get from Camborne to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £46.
To get from Camborne to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Camborne to Cardiff covers a distance of 205 km and takes approximately 5h 0m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Camborne that goes to Cardiff is Camborne station (CBN), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Camborne to Cardiff.
The first train from Camborne to Cardiff leaves at 5:04.
Yes, you can take the train from Camborne to Cardiff.
The last train from Camborne to Cardiff departs at 19:00.
Trains from Camborne to Cardiff run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Camborne to Cardiff.
A day trip from Camborne to Cardiff is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 0m. However, trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 205 km.
The Camborne to Cardiff train journey offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall and along the coastlines, providing passengers with glimpses of the countryside and seaside.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Camborne and Cardiff

Camborne
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Camborne is Camborne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Camborne for your trip from Camborne to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 14:00 Saturday 06:45 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, step free access between platforms is via a level crossing. 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 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Camborne
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park (Car Park to kept clear of Road Vehicles)

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