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The cheapest and fastest trains from Llansamlet to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for 22 Dec
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llansamlet to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llansamlet to Cardiff will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Llansamlet for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
17:341h06
Llansamlet18:40Cardiff
£81One-way
0 changes
05:371h02
Llansamlet06:39Cardiff
£81One-way
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05:371h02
Llansamlet06:39Cardiff
£81One-way
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17:341h06
Llansamlet18:40Cardiff
£81One-way
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Live departures
Llansamlet to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Llansamlet to Cardiff trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:35
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:29 Llansamlet | 1h18 | 08:47 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:41 Llansamlet | 0h58 | 08:39 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Llansamlet | 0h55 | 09:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:16 Llansamlet | 1h21 | 10:37 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:25 Llansamlet | 0h52 | 16:17 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llansamlet to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Llansamlet to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 55m.
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 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 23:55 |
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, Great Western Rail from Llansamlet to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Llansamlet and Cardiff from £5. 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
55m
Cheapest Price
£5
Transport for Wales frequency
2 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
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£16
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Llansamlet to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llansamlet 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.
Booking trains from Llansamlet to Cardiff in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Llansamlet to Cardiff can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The cheapest way to get from Llansamlet to Cardiff is by train, costing approximately £5.
The train station in Llansamlet that goes to Cardiff is Llansamlet station (LAS), and it arrives at Cardiff Central (CDF).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Llansamlet to Cardiff.
Yes, you can take the train from Llansamlet to Cardiff.
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.
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.
The train distance from Llansamlet to Cardiff is 54 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Llansamlet and Cardiff. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales.
To get from Llansamlet to Cardiff, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Llansamlet to Cardiff covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 55m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Llansamlet to Cardiff leaves at 0:51.
The last train from Llansamlet to Cardiff departs at 23:55.
Trains from Llansamlet to Cardiff run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Llansamlet to Cardiff.
Yes, a day trip from Llansamlet to Cardiff is feasible, with a travel time of 55m and a distance of 54 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
The train journey from Llansamlet to Cardiff offers picturesque views of the Welsh countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming villages, particularly as it passes through areas like Neath and Port Talbot before reaching the urban landscapes of Cardiff.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Llansamlet and Cardiff
Llansamlet
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Llansamlet is Llansamlet. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Llansamlet for your trip from Llansamlet to Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Swansea) via a ramp from the car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Frederick Place.
- 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
Public transport options for Llansamlet
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is in Frederick Place.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station on Frederick Place
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 Llansamlet.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParking
Dining
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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Cardiff Queen Street
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level.
- 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
Public transport options for Heath High Level
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station on Heath Halt Road
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