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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prestatyn to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prestatyn to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prestatyn to Cardiff will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Prestatyn for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Prestatyn to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prestatyn to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 207 km
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£67 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Prestatyn to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Prestatyn to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:01 Prestatyn | 5h25 | 09:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestatyn to Cardiff
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Trains from Prestatyn to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Prestatyn to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Prestatyn and Cardiff from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Prestatyn to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prestatyn 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Prestatyn and Cardiff
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:30 Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Best Pizza & Kebab
- Crispy Cod
- Pizza Pan Takeaway
- Chynna Garden
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with ramps and a lift.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Halcyon And Quest Hotel
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops on Bastion Road
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental- 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)
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