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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Llansamlet
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Llansamlet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Llansamlet will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cardiff to Llansamlet, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
10:541h00Cardiff11:54Llansamlet£121One-way0 changes
- 10:541h00Cardiff11:54Llansamlet£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Llansamlet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Llansamlet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Llansamlet take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 19m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.29. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Llansamlet by train or coach
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Why should you book Cardiff to Llansamlet trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Llansamlet.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Llansamlet.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to Llansamlet.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Llansamlet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Llansamlet run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 52m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Llansamlet trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Llansamlet from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Cardiff to Llansamlet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Llansamlet 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 Llansamlet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Llansamlet
Most Cardiff to Llansamlet trains use the Cardiff Central to Swansea station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Llansamlet train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
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 Llansamlet station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Llansamlet from Llansamlet city centre
Llansamlet is 1 km from Llansamlet city centre. Public transport options include:
Llansamlet train station facilities and services
Llansamlet has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llansamlet: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llansamlet: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Swansea) via a ramp from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Frederick Place, 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.
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