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Trowbridge Museum
Town museum inside a former mill, covering Trowbridge’s textile past with machinery, local history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
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Trains from Cardiff to Trowbridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 22:31 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Town museum inside a former mill, covering Trowbridge’s textile past with machinery, local history displays and family-friendly exhibits.
Independent museum near Holt with working and static examples of classic cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia.
Museum in Devizes with collections on Wiltshire archaeology, natural history and local heritage, good for a wider view beyond Trowbridge.
Main green space near the centre, with mature trees, riverside walks, play areas and open lawns for a relaxed break from shopping streets.
Popular greenway and canal-side route nearby, ideal for walking and cycling with open countryside views and a peaceful local atmosphere.
Waterside path following the River Biss through town, offering an easy walk with greenery, wildlife and changing views of historic buildings.
A soft cow’s milk cheese from nearby North Wessex, long made in Wiltshire and often served on local cheeseboards or in pub lunches.
A pressed, mildly tangy cow’s milk cheese from nearby Corsham in Wiltshire, closely tied to the county’s dairy tradition.
A traditional Wiltshire ham cured with molasses or treacle, giving a sweet-salty flavour. Common in pubs, sandwiches, and Sunday spreads.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and a lively but relaxed setting in central Trowbridge.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes, and classic favourites in a polished town-centre dining room.
Traditional pub venue with ales, hearty British mains, and a casual atmosphere suited to lunch or an easy evening meal.
Moderate for the UK. Trowbridge is usually cheaper than London, with lower hotel, dining and local travel costs, though prices are similar to other market towns in southern England.
Service is often included only in higher-end restaurants; otherwise 10% is usual for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Trowbridge 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 Trowbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cardiff to Trowbridge trains use the Cardiff Central to Trowbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Trowbridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Ninian Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Fairwater is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Fairwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Fairwater.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fairwater: Parking.
Available at Fairwater: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fairwater: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately shallow ramp from Pwllmelin Road. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Radyr) via a long moderately shallow ramp from Fairwater Road. Both platforms are connected via a footbridge with steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: This machine does 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.
Trowbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Trowbridge.
Wi-Fi is available at Trowbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Trowbridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trowbridge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trowbridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trowbridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Westbury bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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