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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Bethesda
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Bethesda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Bethesda will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 12 trains that leave Cardiff for Bethesda every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
G38950 · G38361 · G384139:535h15Cardiff Central (CDF)15:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£751One-way2 changes- G38950 · G38361 · G384139:535h24Cardiff Central (CDF)15:17Llanfairpwll (LPG)£761One-way2 changes
- G38950 · G38361 · G39561 · G384159:536h15Cardiff Central (CDF)16:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£781One-way3 changes
- G38950 · G38631 · G384139:535h15Cardiff Central (CDF)15:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£781One-way2 changes
- G39027 · G39559 · G384099:234h45Cardiff Central (CDF)14:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£781One-way2 changes
- G390279:234h06Cardiff Central (CDF)13:29Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£821One-way0 changes
- G390279:234h14Cardiff Central (CDF)13:37Llanfairpwll (LPG)£831One-way0 changes
- G39027 · G39559 · G384099:234h45Cardiff Central (CDF)14:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£781One-way2 changes
- G39027 · G39559 · G384099:234h54Cardiff Central (CDF)14:17Llanfairpwll (LPG)£801One-way2 changes
- G38950 · G38361 · G384139:535h15Cardiff Central (CDF)15:08Bangor (Gwynedd) (BNG)£751One-way2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Bethesda
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Bethesda run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 17:47. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 7:19 |
Last train 17:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Bethesda trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Bethesda from £73. 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 Bethesda train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Bethesda 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 Bethesda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Bethesda
Most Cardiff to Bethesda trains use the Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Bethesda 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.
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