The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT)
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) 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 Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 24 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) on Thu, Jun 18, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
W350255:27 PM0h39Cardiff Central (CDF)6:06 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G150257:28 PM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)8:06 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G151927:00 PM0h42Cardiff Central (CDF)7:42 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
Y416908:00 PM0h39Cardiff Central (CDF)8:39 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G150226:30 PM0h42Cardiff Central (CDF)7:12 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G1518711:00 AM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)11:38 AMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$231One-way0 transfers
G150257:28 PM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)8:06 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G150173:30 PM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)4:08 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G150152:30 PM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)3:08 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$151One-way0 transfers
G1501212:30 PM0h38Cardiff Central (CDF)1:08 PMFilton Abbey Wood (FIT)$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT):
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (41m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $20 (€17) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15178 | 6:57 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 7:36 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15003 | 7:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 8:06 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15184 | 8:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h43 | 8:43 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34974 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 9:09 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15185 | 9:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h41 | 9:41 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15006 | 9:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h40 | 10:08 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15186 | 10:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 10:42 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15008 | 10:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 11:09 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15187 | 11:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h38 | 11:38 AM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15010 | 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 12:09 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15188 | 12:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h40 | 12:40 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15012 | 12:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h38 | 1:08 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15015 | 2:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h38 | 3:08 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41675 | 2:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 3:41 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15017 | 3:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h38 | 4:08 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15190 | 3:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h41 | 4:40 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15019 | 4:27 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h41 | 5:08 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15191 | 4:58 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h41 | 5:39 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35025 | 5:27 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 6:06 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41684 | 5:58 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 6:40 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15022 | 6:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 7:12 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15192 | 7:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h42 | 7:42 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15025 | 7:28 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h38 | 8:06 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41690 | 8:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h39 | 8:39 PM Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT)
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) from $7 (€6). 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 Filton Abbey Wood (FIT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) 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 Filton Abbey Wood (FIT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) trains use the Cardiff Central to Filton Abbey Wood station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Filton Abbey Wood (FIT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, 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. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Filton Abbey Wood from Filton city centre
Filton Abbey Wood is 1 km from Filton city centre. Public transport options include:
Filton Abbey Wood train station facilities and services
Filton Abbey Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Filton Abbey Wood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Filton Abbey Wood.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Filton Abbey Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Filton Abbey Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Filton Abbey Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station - Step free access is available to each platform via a ramp bridge. The graident of the ramp is steeper than present guidelines, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: No, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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