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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Caernarfon
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Caernarfon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Caernarfon will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Caernarfon 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 199 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
Live departures
Cardiff to Caernarfon train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Caernarfon trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:23 Cardiff | 5h08 | 13:31 Caernarfon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:53 Cardiff | 4h43 | 17:36 Caernarfon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Caernarfon
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Trains from Cardiff to Caernarfon run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Caernarfon trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Caernarfon from £51. 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 Caernarfon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Caernarfon 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 Caernarfon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Caernarfon
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- 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.
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- 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)
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