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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cwmbach to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 20 Jun
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cwmbach to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cwmbach to Cardiff will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 34 trains that leave Cwmbach for Cardiff every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.
5:550h59Cwmbach6:54Cardiff£111One-way0 changes- 6:250h59Cwmbach7:24Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 6:551h00Cwmbach7:55Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 7:250h59Cwmbach8:24Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 7:550h59Cwmbach8:54Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 22:550h57Cwmbach23:52Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 20:550h58Cwmbach21:53Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 5:550h59Cwmbach6:54Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 6:250h59Cwmbach7:24Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
- 7:250h59Cwmbach8:24Cardiff£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cwmbach to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cwmbach to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cwmbach to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Cwmbach to Cardiff trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 18:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:55 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 18:54 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 19:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:55 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 19:54 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 Cwmbach | 1h00 | 20:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:55 Cwmbach | 1h00 | 20:55 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 21:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:55 Cwmbach | 1h00 | 21:55 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 22:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:55 Cwmbach | 1h00 | 22:55 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:55 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 23:54 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 22:55 Cwmbach | 1h04 | 23:59 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 June | |||||
| 5:55 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 6:54 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 7:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:55 Cwmbach | 1h00 | 7:55 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 8:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:55 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 8:54 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:25 Cwmbach | 0h59 | 9:24 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cwmbach to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cwmbach to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cwmbach to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cwmbach and Cardiff from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Cwmbach to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cwmbach 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Cwmbach to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Cwmbach to Cardiff covers a distance of 30 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Cwmbach to Cardiff is 30 km.
The first train from Cwmbach to Cardiff leaves at 5:24.
The last train from Cwmbach to Cardiff departs at 23:10.
Trains from Cwmbach to Cardiff run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cwmbach to Cardiff.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cwmbach and Cardiff. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
To get from Cwmbach to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cwmbach to Cardiff.
The train station in Cwmbach that goes to Cardiff is Cwmbach station (CMH), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
The cheapest way to get from Cwmbach to Cardiff is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Cwmbach to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cwmbach to Cardiff offers scenic views of the Welsh Valleys, featuring lush greenery, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes, particularly appealing during spring and autumn.
Yes, a day trip from Cwmbach to Cardiff is feasible. The duration is 57m and the distance is 30 km. The train frequency is 3 per day.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city centre, take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay, and have an adventurous day at Cardiff International White Water. Visit Cardiff Market for shopping and dining, discover Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore Cardiff Bay's attractions, enjoy the National Museum Cardiff's collections, and relax in Bute Park.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, and the revitalised Cardiff Bay area.
Yes, you can take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cwmbach and Cardiff
Cwmbach
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Cwmbach is Cwmbach. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cwmbach for your trip from Cwmbach to Cardiff.
Cwmbach
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available along a lane from the main road and a shallow end of platform ramp
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Cwmbach
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait adjacent to roundabout close to end of footpath from station
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Cwmbach.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cardiff Bay
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
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