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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fishguard to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fishguard to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fishguard to Cardiff will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Fishguard 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 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
13:012h48Fishguard15:49Cardiff£151One-way0 changes- 12:202h29Fishguard14:49Cardiff£161One-way0 changes
- 13:202h29Fishguard15:49Cardiff£161One-way0 changes
- 13:202h29Fishguard15:49Cardiff£161One-way0 changes
- 12:202h29Fishguard14:49Cardiff£161One-way0 changes
- 13:012h48Fishguard15:49Cardiff£151One-way0 changes
Live departures
Fishguard to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Fishguard to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 Fishguard | 2h24 | 14:04 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:59 Fishguard | 2h05 | 15:04 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:49 Fishguard | 2h46 | 16:35 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fishguard to Cardiff
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Trains from Fishguard to Cardiff run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway from Fishguard to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Fishguard and Cardiff from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fishguard to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fishguard 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 Fishguard and Cardiff
Most Fishguard to Cardiff trains use the Clarbeston Road to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Fishguard and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Ninian Park train station facilities and services
Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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