The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Nailsea
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Nailsea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Nailsea will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Nailsea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
12:001h05Cardiff13:05Nailsea£161One-way0 changes
12:001h05Cardiff13:05Nailsea£161One-way0 changes
Live departures
Cardiff to Nailsea train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Nailsea trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 19 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 Cardiff | 1h05 | 13:05 Nailsea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Nailsea
Trains from Cardiff to Nailsea run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Nailsea trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Nailsea from £11. 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 Nailsea train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Nailsea 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 Nailsea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Nailsea
- 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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