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Compare train and bus for Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€6 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train or bus
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Why should you book Barry Docks to Cardiff Central trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales operates all train services from Barry Docks to Cardiff Central. Omio is the only official third party seller for Transport for Wales tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Transport for Wales tickets can only be bought on Omio or Transport for Wales's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Transport for Wales tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Transport for Wales tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Barry Docks to Cardiff Central.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 15:16. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 15:16 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Barry Docks (BYD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barry Docks (BYD) 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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Popular train stations from Barry Docks (BYD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramp leading from the subway to the platforms difficult to negotiate.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance adjacent to council offices
- 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)
