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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
To travel from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed you need to make at least one change.
5:205h33Cardiff10:53Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change- 9:234h31Cardiff13:54Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 11:235h28Cardiff16:51Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 15:234h28Cardiff19:51Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 19:3810h08Cardiff5:46Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 15:234h28Cardiff19:51Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 9:234h31Cardiff13:54Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
- 11:534h58Cardiff16:51Betws-y-coed£1471One-way3 changes
- 5:495h04Cardiff10:53Betws-y-coed£961One-way3 changes
- 11:235h28Cardiff16:51Betws-y-coed£781One-way1 change
Live departures
Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:23 Cardiff | 5h29 | 16:52 Betws-y-Coed | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 19:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed from £43. 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 Betws-y-Coed train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed
Most Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed trains use the Cardiff Central to Betws-y-Coed station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed 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.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. 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 Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Betws-y-Coed station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Betws-y-Coed from Betws-y-Coed city centre
Betws-y-Coed train station facilities and services
Betws-y-Coed has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Log Cabin, Alpine Coffee Shop
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Betws-y-Coed: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Betws-y-Coed: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Betws-y-Coed: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to the station from Station Road, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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