- Must visit
King Edward Mine Museum
Cornish mining heritage site with underground tours and surface exhibits explaining tin mining, geology and local industrial life.
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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Camborne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Camborne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £136 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £136 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 19:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
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Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Cardiff to Camborne.
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cardiff to Camborne trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cardiff and Camborne from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£136
Great Western Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Camborne
Things to do in Camborne
Discover the best of Camborne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Camborne trip today.
- Must visit
Tate St Ives
Local art gallery in nearby St Ives with modern and historic works, useful for visitors basing themselves in Camborne.
- Recommended
Camborne Museum
Volunteer-run mining museum with changing displays on local industry, engineering and everyday life in Camborne and district.
- Must visit
Carn Brea
Hilltop park and walking area with open views, mining landmarks and a good sense of Camborne’s landscape and heritage.
- Recommended
Tehidy Country Park
Woodland and lake park with level paths, birdlife and family-friendly walks on the edge of Camborne.
Trelowarren Street
Main shopping street and civic spine of the town, useful for exploring historic buildings, markets and everyday Camborne life.
Cornish Pasty
A Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped crust. Deeply tied to Cornwall’s mining history and still a defining local staple.
Cornish Saffron Bun
A rich saffron yeast bun or loaf from Cornwall, often served sliced with butter. Its distinctive colour and flavour reflect old regional baking traditions.
Cornish Hevva Cake
A soft enriched fruit bread flavoured with spices and dried fruit. Traditionally toasted and buttered, it is one of Cornwall’s best-known tea-time treats.
The Laughing Sailor
Popular traditional pub in Camborne serving hearty British meals and local favourites in a relaxed, historic setting.
The White Hart
Established pub and restaurant near Camborne, known for classic British dishes, Sunday roasts and a welcoming countryside atmosphere.
Tyacks Hotel Restaurant
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad menu, friendly service and a comfortable dining room suited to casual evenings out.
Pound sterling (£)
Camborne is generally cheaper than larger UK tourist cities, with modest dining costs and limited public transport spend, though accommodation can rise in peak Cornwall holiday periods.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
FAQs: Cardiff to Camborne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Camborne 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 Camborne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Camborne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £136, while the average price tends to be around £137.
The train from Cardiff to Camborne takes 4h 25m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Camborne is 205 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Camborne leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Cardiff to Camborne departs at 19:00.
Trains from Cardiff to Camborne run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Cardiff to Camborne.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Camborne.
Yes, there is a night train from Cardiff to Camborne.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Camborne is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Camborne station (CBN).
Booking trains from Cardiff to Camborne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Camborne.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Camborne
Most Cardiff to Camborne trains use the Cardiff Central to Camborne station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Camborne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in Camborne
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Bus24, 25, 27, 86, 62, 30, 35, 21, 136, 7, 23, 63, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
C1 · 5m · every ~8 min
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 Camborne station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Trains from Cardiff to Camborne arrive at Camborne. Camborne is from Camborne city centre.
CamborneCamborne station, Trevu Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8SR+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Camborne from Camborne city centre
Bus39, 39A, 38, 46, 49A, 14, 18 · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
Camborne train station facilities and services
Camborne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Camborne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Camborne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Camborne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Camborne: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Camborne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Camborne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, step free access between platforms is via a level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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