The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Cardiff Bay (CDB) on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 1 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 14 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 bus and train for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 0 miles (1 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G56479 · G56147 | On time 6:22 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h14 | 6:36 AM Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 1 transfer | |
G57733 · G56154 | On time 6:41 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h13 | 6:54 AM Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 1 transfer | |
G56484 · G56160 | On time 6:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h14 | 7:06 AM Cardiff Bay (CDB) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Distance 0 miles (1 km) |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 17:51 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cardiff Bay (CDB) from $3 (€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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)
- 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)
- 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)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
