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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Hayle
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£184
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
213 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Hayle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Hayle will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £184.
Fast trains
To travel from Cardiff to Hayle you need to make at least one change.
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06:304h56
Cardiff11:26Hayle
£1841One-way
1 change
12:304h57
Cardiff17:27Hayle
£2291One-way
1 change
06:304h56
Cardiff11:26Hayle
£1841One-way
1 change
12:304h57
Cardiff17:27Hayle
£2291One-way
1 change
Live departures
Cardiff to Hayle train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Hayle trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:30 Cardiff | 10h53 | 10:23 Hayle | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 06:30 Cardiff | 4h56 | 11:26 Hayle | 1 change | |
| 12:30 Cardiff | 4h57 | 17:27 Hayle | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Hayle
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Trains from Cardiff to Hayle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £139 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 14:59. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 4h 56m.
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
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £139 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 14:59 |
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
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Hayle trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Hayle from £139. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 56m
Cheapest Price
£139
first_great_western frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Cardiff to Hayle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Hayle 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 Hayle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Hayle can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £139, while the average price tends to be around £155.
The train journey from Cardiff to Hayle covers a distance of 213 km and takes approximately 4h 56m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Hayle is 213 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Hayle leaves at 5:52.
The last train from Cardiff to Hayle departs at 14:59.
Trains from Cardiff to Hayle run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Hayle.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Hayle. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
To travel from Cardiff to Hayle, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Hayle.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Hayle is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Hayle station (HYL).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hayle is by train, costing approximately £139.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Hayle in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Hayle offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of South Wales and the Cornish countryside, providing glimpses of rolling hills and coastal vistas.
A day trip from Cardiff to Hayle is not feasible due to the travel duration of 4h 56m and the distance of 213 km. There are 3 train services per day.
Visitors typically spend 2 to 3 days in Hayle, which allows enough time to explore its beaches, local shops, and nearby attractions like St Ives and the Cornish coastline.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Hayle.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Hayle
Cardiff
Hayle
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Hayle.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Hayle is Hayle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hayle for your journey to Hayle from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free category B2 station - This station has a degree of step free access to both platforms via an underpass to the south of the station. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Approach to Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hayle
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on the main road on Penpole Terrace by viaduct.Taxis from the station car park
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