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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Conwy to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Conwy to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Conwy to Cardiff will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 3 trains that leave Conwy for Cardiff every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 train and coach for Conwy to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Conwy to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 205 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£62 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Conwy to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Conwy to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:45 Conwy | 5h02 | 09:47 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:20 Conwy | 5h05 | 12:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:29 Conwy | 4h15 | 15:44 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Conwy to Cardiff
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Trains from Conwy to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 20:18 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Conwy to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Conwy and Cardiff from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Conwy to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Conwy to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Conwy and Cardiff
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Annas Tea Room
- Amelies
- The Press Room Cafe
- 2 The Square
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Separate step-free access to each platform: Platform 1 (to Chester) available from Market Place car park, itself accessible via roadway ramp from Rosemary Lane. Step-free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is possible via Twr Llewelyn off the Morfa Bach car park, which has a steep incline and uneven surface in places. Step-free access between platforms is only possible by taking a 400m route via Twr Llewelyn to Morfa Bach car park, a subway and partially cobbled path onto Rose Hill Street. Platform 2 is also accessible via a staircase adjacent to Rosemary Terrace on Rosemary Lane.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Castle Bank Hotel
- Onward travel information: Bus stops are next to the station. Services run apx 06:00 to 23:00 on Mondays to Saturdays and 08:00 to 22:00 on Sundays.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop on the main road outside station
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
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LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike 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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