Cardiff to Patchway train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10:000h34
    Cardiff
    10:34Patchway
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10:570h34
    Cardiff
    11:31Patchway
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    12:000h34
    Cardiff
    12:34Patchway
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    13:000h34
    Cardiff
    13:34Patchway
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    14:000h34
    Cardiff
    14:34Patchway
    £311One-way
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Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Patchway

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Patchway among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 42 km

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£17

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£7

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39m

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Cardiff to Patchway train times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Patchway trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Great Western Railway (GWR)9:18 Cardiff
1h00
10:18 Patchway1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:00 Cardiff
0h34
10:34 Patchway0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Patchway by train or coach

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Cardiff to Patchway.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Patchway

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Trains from Cardiff to Patchway run on average 5 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 40m.

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 £7
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
39m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
40m
First train
5:07
Last train
23:30
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £7

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Patchway trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Patchway from £7. 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 Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£17
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£31
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Cardiff to Patchway train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Patchway 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 Patchway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Patchway can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Cardiff to Patchway covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Cardiff to Patchway is 42 km.
The first train from Cardiff to Patchway leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Cardiff to Patchway departs at 23:30.
Trains from Cardiff to Patchway run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Patchway.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Patchway. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Cardiff to Patchway, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Patchway.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Patchway is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Patchway station (PWY).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Patchway is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Patchway 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 Patchway offers pleasant views of the South Wales countryside, as it travels through green landscapes and along parts of the Severn Estuary, providing a scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Cardiff to Patchway is feasible with a journey duration of 40m and a distance of 42 km. The train service runs 4 times per day.
Patchway is a small town best explored in one or two days, allowing time to visit local attractions and enjoy nearby shopping and dining experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Patchway.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Patchway

Most Cardiff to Patchway trains use the Cardiff Central to Patchway station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Patchway 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 Patchway
Cardiff CentralCentral Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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.

Ninian ParkNinian Park station, Leckwith Road, Ninian Park, Cardiff, CF11 8AHParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre

Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCardiff Central - Milford Haven, Cardiff Central - Carmarthen, Cardiff Central - Aberdare, Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare, Cardiff Central - Pembroke Dock, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus4, 611, 95 · 5m · £2 · every ~9 min

Ninian Park train station facilities and services

Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LUParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre

TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min

Cathays train station facilities and services

Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cathays.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cathays: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Travelodge.

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