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Compare train and coach for Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 39 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train or coach
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Why should you book Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 07:25 |
Last train 15:05 |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Clifton Down (CFN) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Clifton Down (CFN) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
- 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)
