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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Barmouth
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Barmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Barmouth will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
To travel from Cardiff to Barmouth you need to make at least 2 changes.
4:335h26Cardiff9:59Barmouth£811One-way2 changes- 7:194h41Cardiff12:00Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 9:234h32Cardiff13:55Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 11:234h33Cardiff15:56Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 13:234h36Cardiff17:59Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 18:234h31Cardiff22:54Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 9:234h32Cardiff13:55Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 11:234h33Cardiff15:56Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 13:234h36Cardiff17:59Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
- 15:234h40Cardiff20:03Barmouth£811One-way2 changes
Live departures
Cardiff to Barmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Barmouth trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:19 Cardiff | 4h41 | 12:00 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 9:23 Cardiff | 4h32 | 13:55 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 11:23 Cardiff | 4h33 | 15:56 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 13:23 Cardiff | 4h36 | 17:59 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 15:23 Cardiff | 4h40 | 20:03 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 18:23 Cardiff | 4h31 | 22:54 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| 19:38 Cardiff | 12h06 | 7:44 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 4:33 Cardiff | 5h26 | 9:59 Barmouth | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Barmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Barmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Barmouth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Barmouth from £44. 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 to Barmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Barmouth 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 Barmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Barmouth
Most Cardiff to Barmouth trains use the Cardiff Central to Barmouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Barmouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Barmouth station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Barmouth from Barmouth city centre
Barmouth train station facilities and services
Barmouth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barmouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barmouth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barmouth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Barmouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barmouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Access to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth) is via a shallow ramp at the front of the station. Access to Platform 2 (to Pwllheli) is via a shallow ramp with handrails on Marine Parade and the level crossing, 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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