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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Clifton Down (CFN) for Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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 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 coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 39 km
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£19 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:26 Clifton Down (CFN) | 1h53 | 14:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 17:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western from Clifton Down (CFN) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales, first_great_western 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)
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- 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
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- 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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