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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 4 trains that leave Hereford station (HFD) for Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
20:451h07Hereford station (HFD)21:52Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes- 21:511h09Hereford station (HFD)23:00Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 21:561h30Hereford station (HFD)23:26Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 23:061h12Hereford station (HFD)0:18Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 20:451h07Hereford station (HFD)21:52Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 21:511h09Hereford station (HFD)23:00Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 23:061h12Hereford station (HFD)0:18Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
- 21:561h30Hereford station (HFD)23:26Cardiff Central£251One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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Trains from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 56m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Hereford station (HFD) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hereford station (HFD) to Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station) 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, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hereford station (HFD) and Cardiff, Penarth Road (Cardiff Central Station)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:10 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 18:45
- Car Park: Main Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access through the ticket hall to Platform 3 and 4. A footbridge lifts connects Platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone (coins only) is available for use on platform 3.
- Accessible taxis: Available from the taxi rank.
- 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 ticket machines are only accessible during ticket office opening hours.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Limited cycle stands are available in the car park, adjacent to the bus shelter.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart from the station car park, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
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