The cheapest and fastest trains from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 4 trains that leave Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) for Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 20 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.








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Compare train and coach for Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 20 km
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:57 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h27 | 09:24 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 2h09 | 13:34 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:43 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h22 | 13:05 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h17 | 14:02 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 15:30 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 17:45 Saturday 06:10 - 17:45 Sunday 10:20 - 18:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- 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 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 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station, platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- 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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