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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Shepton Mallet by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 2h 54m.
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 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 06:19 |
Last train 19:28 |
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: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and Shepton Mallet from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£24
Great Western Rail frequency
16 a day
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
FAQs: Cardiff to Shepton Mallet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet 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 Shepton Mallet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is by train, costing approximately £46.
The train journey from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet offers picturesque views of the Welsh countryside and the rolling hills of Somerset, providing a scenic and relaxing travel experience.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The train distance from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is 55 km.
To travel from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet, you can take a train.
The last train from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet departs at 19:28.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Shepton Mallet, allowing time to visit local attractions such as the Shepton Mallet Prison, Kilver Court Gardens, and the vibrant town market.
A day trip from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 54m and there are 16 trains per day covering a distance of 55 km.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet 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 Shepton Mallet covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Shepton Mallet is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Castle Cary station (CLC).
The first train from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet leaves at 6:19.
Trains from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Shepton Mallet
Cardiff
Shepton Mallet
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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)
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