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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Backwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Backwell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 but you can travel from only $8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 56m.
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Journey facts
- Distance19 miles (32 km)
- Average train duration1h 6m
- Cheapest ticket price$15
- Trains per day3
- Fastest train56m
- First train3:43 AM
- Last train11:38 PM
- Cheapest MonthSep
- Cheapest DaySat
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Best time to book49 days
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Train companies
Train companies from Cardiff to Backwell
Trains from Cardiff to Backwell with Great Western Railway. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Backwell
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Backwell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Backwell 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 Backwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Backwell
Most Cardiff to Backwell trains use the Cardiff Central to Nailsea & Backwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Backwell 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.
Which Backwell station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Nailsea & Backwell from Backwell city centre
Nailsea & Backwell is 1 km from Backwell city centre. Public transport options include:
Nailsea & Backwell train station facilities and services
Nailsea & Backwell 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 Nailsea & Backwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nailsea & Backwell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nailsea & Backwell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Cardiff to Backwell
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