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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
2 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) for Cardiff Bay (CDB) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 2 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) 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 £3.
Distance: 2 km
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Live departures
Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:20 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 11:24 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:02 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 13:06 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:20 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 18:24 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
| G56151 | On time 09:05 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 09:09 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G56158 | On time 09:18 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 09:22 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G56164 | On time 09:35 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 09:39 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G56170 | On time 09:50 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 09:54 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G56178 | On time 10:05 Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) | 0h04 | 10:09 Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 2 km distance in 4m.
Distance 2 km |
Average train duration 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 22:32 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Cardiff Bay (CDB) 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 Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) 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 Bay (CDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) and Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
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