The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM) 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 Cwmbran station (CWM) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Cwmbran station (CWM) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h25 | 17:48 Cwmbran station (CWM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
![]() | 06:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h23 | 06:42 Cwmbran station (CWM) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM)
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 06:19 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cwmbran station (CWM) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cwmbran station (CWM) from £8. 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 Cwmbran station (CWM) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cwmbran station (CWM)
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Cwmbran Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Platform 1 (to Cardiff) is accessible via a ramped path with handrails from Edlogan Way. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessible from the station car park. A footbridge connects the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the station building.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
