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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Hayle
Cheapest price
£142
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
213 km
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 £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £142.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff for Hayle every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Hayle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Hayle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £130.
Distance: 213 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£130 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Hayle train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Hayle trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15:58 Cardiff | 6h03 | 22:01 Hayle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 10:55 Cardiff | 5h16 | 16:11 Hayle | 0 changesdirect | |
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 3 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 13:27. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 13:27 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Hayle trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Hayle from £27. 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 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Hayle
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)
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- 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.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Approach to Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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