How to get to Cardiff Central (CDF) Train Station

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from Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing trains for today, Sunday, May 18
Last updated at 5:05 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrives
Tickets
V96651
6:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h38
7:08 AM Radyr station (RDR)
G57514
6:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h03
7:47 AM Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
V96650
7:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h38
7:38 AM Radyr station (RDR)
G55325
7:04 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h58
8:02 AM Swansea station (SWA)
V96621
7:05 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h01
9:06 AM Rhymney station (RHY)
G57129
7:11 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h35
7:46 AM Pontypridd station (PPD)
G57010
7:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h19
8:42 AM Gloucester station (GCR)
G57481
7:26 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h03
8:29 AM Merthyr Tydfil station (MER)
G58032
7:29 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h30
7:59 AM Barry Island (BYI)
V96649
7:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h38
8:08 AM Radyr station (RDR)
G56652
7:39 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h55
8:34 AM Bridgend station (BGN)
G56038
7:42 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h32
11:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
G57337
7:42 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h23
8:05 AM Caerphilly station (CPH)
G55224
7:43 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h05
8:48 AM Aberdare station (ABA)
G57469
7:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h56
8:41 AM Maesteg station (MST)
C28090
Delayed
7:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h09
10:00 AM 10:00 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
G57736
7:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h05
8:57 AM Rhymney station (RHY)
G57518
7:54 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h02
8:56 AM Ebbw Vale Town (EBB)
G56151
7:56 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h13
8:09 AM Cardiff Bay (CDB)
V96648
8:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h38
8:38 AM Radyr station (RDR)
G57940
8:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h07
9:07 AM Treherbert station (TRB)
V96620
8:05 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
2h01
10:06 AM Rhymney station (RHY)
G58035
8:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h30
8:45 AM Barry Island (BYI)
C27609
8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h33
11:51 AM Portsmouth Harbour (PMH)
G57342
8:22 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h24
8:46 AM Caerphilly station (CPH)
G57489
8:26 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h03
9:29 AM Merthyr Tydfil station (MER)
V96647
8:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h38
9:08 AM Radyr station (RDR)
G58038
8:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h31
9:01 AM Barry Island (BYI)
C27942
8:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h54
10:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)
G57601
8:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h11
8:46 AM Penarth station (PEN)
V96619
8:35 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h43
9:18 AM Caerphilly station (CPH)
G55229
8:43 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h05
9:48 AM Aberdare station (ABA)
C28158
8:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
0h51
9:35 AM Swansea station (SWA)
G56070
8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
3h26
12:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
G57741
8:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
1h04
9:56 AM Rhymney station (RHY)

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station information and services

Cardiff Central

Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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 transit 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)
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Great Western RailP08469
05:07AM2h09
Cardiff Central (CDF)
07:16AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
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Great Western RailP08471
05:54AM1h50
Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Travel to the train station Cardiff Central from Cardiff city center

The Welsh capital is full of appeal, from the rejuvenated docks with their restaurants and the Millennium Center opera house, to Cardiff Castle, the city center's Victorian arcades, and the National Museum's world-class displays of bronze age weapons. And when travelers pay the city a visit, they often need to pass through the train station Cardiff Central. Linking west Wales with London, Cardiff Central has been dispatching express trains since the 1850s.

What is the best way to get to the train station Cardiff Central from Cardiff city center?

If visitors have a train to catch, saving a few seconds can make all the difference, so it's vital to know the best way to travel to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city center. Thankfully, the station is very close to central locations like the castle, and is easily accessible from Cardiff Bay as well. From the castle, travelers can hop on the X1 or X8 buses, while trains from Cardiff Queen Street could be handy in some cases as well. The X8 and 132 buses run from Cardiff Bay to Cardiff Central, offering a useful link from the Millennium Center. Finally, some visitors may also have to transfer from Cardiff Airport. In that case, the best option is to take trains from Rhoose Station to Cardiff Central. In all cases, taxis offer an alternative, which will usually be the quickest way to travel.

How far is it from Cardiff city center to the train station Cardiff Central?

Cardiff Central lives up to its name, and isn't far from city center attractions like Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, or the Principality Stadium. For instance, the castle is about 800 meters north of Cardiff Central, allowing travelers to walk to rail services in 15 minutes, while buses will get there in under 10 minutes. Cardiff Bay is slightly further away, but is still just 2.5 miles (about four kilometers) away. Buses run from there to Cardiff Central in approximately five minutes, while taxis will take even less than that. Those coming from areas around Cardiff University can also take trains from Queen Street to Central, which take 5-10 minutes. Finally, if travelers need to transfer from Cardiff Airport, they can expect trains from Rhoose to take just under 30 minutes (plus a 10-minute shuttle ride from the terminals). Taxis may be quicker in some cases, and will generally take about 30-40 minutes to reach Cardiff Central.

How accessible is the train station Cardiff Central for those with limited mobility?

If wheelchair users need to travel to a train from Cardiff city center, they generally should encounter few issues. Buses are adapted to allow easy wheelchair access, and other passengers are obliged by law to make space for disabled travelers, which may make life easier. Trains from Queen Street or Rhoose are also easily accessed by wheelchairs, and run straight to Cardiff Central, limiting the need for ground travel to reach train departures. And taxis with the capabilities to make disabled travelers comfortable will always be available. Taxis may be the best option for those coming from Cardiff Airport, where shuttle transfers are required between the terminals and Rhoose Station. When they reach the station, wheelchair users can request assistance at the main customer services desk on the ground floor, and lifts are provided to facilitate access to all eight platforms.  There are disabled toilets, accessible ticket offices, and plenty of space throughout the site, allowing those with mobility issues to prepare for trains and find their platform with ease.

Local tips: the train station Cardiff Central points of interest

Luckily for travelers, Cardiff Central is very close to a host of appealing attractions. So, if visitors are early for their trains and are wondering what to do near the train station, they need not worry. Cardiff Castle is within 15 minutes walk, where highlights include the banqueting hall, the state apartments, and the finely preserved 10th-century fortifications. A little to the east, the National Museum offers a rich collection of historical artefacts (and dinosaurs for kids). And on the way between the attractions, travelers can pass through the beautiful Royal Arcade - one of Britain's most attractive Victorian shopping precincts. It's even possible to walk along the River Taff to Sophia Gardens and Bute Park, which is a wonderful place to relax and read a book before catching trains. There's a left luggage facility at the train station, so travelers don't need to lug their cases around. Instead, they can pack a lot of sightseeing into one or two hours, and be confident of catching their train.

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