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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog 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 Blaenau-Ffestiniog you need to make at least one change.
Live departures
Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog trains for today, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:19 Cardiff | 6h06 | 11:25 Blaenau Ffestiniog | 1 change | |
| 09:23 Cardiff | 5h04 | 14:27 Blaenau Ffestiniog | 1 change | |
| 11:23 Cardiff | 6h01 | 17:24 Blaenau Ffestiniog | 1 change | |
| 15:23 Cardiff | 4h59 | 20:22 Blaenau Ffestiniog | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog
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Trains from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 17:28 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Blaenau-Ffestiniog from £71. 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 Blaenau-Ffestiniog train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Blaenau-Ffestiniog 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 Blaenau-Ffestiniog, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Blaenau-Ffestiniog
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available at the main station entrance near the bus stop.
- 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
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are next to the station. Buses run from apx 07:00 to 21:00 Mondays to Saturdays and from apx 08:00 to 21:00 on Sundays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station car park
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