The cheapest and fastest trains from Conwy to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
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 £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
To travel from Conwy to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
6:444h29Betws-y-coed11:13Cardiff£811One-way1 change
9:026h16Betws-y-coed15:18Cardiff£811One-way1 change
12:035h14Betws-y-coed17:17Cardiff£811One-way1 change
15:076h16Betws-y-coed21:23Cardiff£811One-way1 change
18:027h29Betws-y-coed1:31Cardiff£991One-way2 changes
6:444h29Betws-y-coed11:13Cardiff£811One-way1 change
12:035h14Betws-y-coed17:17Cardiff£811One-way1 change
9:026h16Betws-y-coed15:18Cardiff£811One-way1 change
15:076h16Betws-y-coed21:23Cardiff£811One-way1 change
18:027h29Betws-y-coed1:31Cardiff£991One-way2 changes
Live departures
Conwy to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Conwy to Cardiff trains for today, Monday 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G38516 · G38921 | 8:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h23 | 13:15 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G38516 · G38692 · G38874 | 8:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 5h01 | 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
W34095+ W29871+ W34624+ G38694 | 9:56 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h41 | 14:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4 changes | |
G38518 · G38694 · G38877 | 9:56 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h48 | 14:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
G38520 · G38925 | 10:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h26 | 15:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G38520 · G38696 · G38878 | 10:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h53 | 15:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
G38523 · G38698 · G38880 | 11:51 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h55 | 16:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
G38525 · G38927 | 12:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h25 | 17:17 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
G38525 · G38700 · G38882 | 12:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h52 | 17:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
G38527 · G38702 · G38885 | 13:52 Conwy station (CNW) | 4h54 | 18:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Conwy to Cardiff
Trains from Conwy to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 20:18 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
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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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Conwy and Cardiff
- 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
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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