The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 1 km distance in an average of 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.
22:190h04Cardiff Central (CDF)22:23Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
6:000h04Cardiff Central (CDF)6:04Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
5:480h04Cardiff Central (CDF)5:52Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
7:040h04Cardiff Central (CDF)7:08Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
6:000h04Cardiff Central (CDF)6:04Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
22:190h04Cardiff Central (CDF)22:23Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
5:480h04Cardiff Central (CDF)5:52Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
7:040h04Cardiff Central (CDF)7:08Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 1 km
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34m Average total duration Fastest 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trains for today, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h05 | 17:05 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 5:48 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h04 | 5:52 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h04 | 6:04 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h04 | 7:08 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 1 km distance in 4m.
Distance 1 km |
Average train duration 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:19 |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) 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 Queen Street (CDQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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