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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Wales
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Wales will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Wales 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 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Wales
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 244 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£61 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Wales train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Wales trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:53 Cardiff | 5h04 | 13:57 Wales | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Wales
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Trains from Cardiff to Wales run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:17, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 08:17 |
Last train 18:45 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Wales
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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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