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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Llandudno
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
210 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Llandudno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Llandudno will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Llandudno without transferring at least once.
G56132 · G5547809:23AM4h36
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:59PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$841One-way
1 transfer
G56051 · G55526 · G5548309:53AM5h05
Cardiff Central (CDF)02:58PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
2 transfers
G56137 · G5652511:23AM4h30
Cardiff Central (CDF)03:53PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
1 transfer
G56053 · G55530 · G5548911:53AM5h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)04:59PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
2 transfers
G56051 · G55409 · G5662709:53AM4h44
Cardiff Central (CDF)02:37PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$1021One-way
2 transfers
G56137 · G5652511:23AM4h30
Cardiff Central (CDF)03:53PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
1 transfer
G56132 · G5547809:23AM4h36
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:59PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$841One-way
1 transfer
G56051 · G55409 · G5662709:53AM4h44
Cardiff Central (CDF)02:37PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$1021One-way
2 transfers
G56051 · G55526 · G5548309:53AM5h05
Cardiff Central (CDF)02:58PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
2 transfers
G56053 · G55530 · G5548911:53AM5h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)04:59PMLlandudno station (LLD)
$931One-way
2 transfers
Live departures
Cardiff to Llandudno train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Llandudno trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:38 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G56132 · G55478 | On time 9:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h36 | 1:59 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 1 transfer | |
| G56051 · G55526 · G55483 | On time 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h05 | 2:58 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 2 transfers | |
| G56051 · G55409 · G56627 | On time 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h44 | 2:37 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 2 transfers | |
| G56137 · G56525 | On time 11:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h30 | 3:53 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 1 transfer | |
| G56053 · G55530 · G55489 | On time 11:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h06 | 4:59 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 2 transfers | |
G56053+ W09493+G55489 | On time 11:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h06 | 4:59 PM Llandudno station (LLD) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Llandudno
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 20:43 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Cardiff to Llandudno start from as low as $48 (€40) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $101 (€83) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Llandudno trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Llandudno from $48 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
$48 (€40)
Transport for Wales frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Llandudno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Llandudno 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 Llandudno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully experience Llandudno, including its Victorian architecture, Great Orme, and nearby attractions like Conwy Castle, a stay of two to three days is ideal.
Train ticket prices from Cardiff to Llandudno can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $48 (€40), while the average price is around $101 (€83).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llandudno is by train, with a cost of around $48 (€40).
A day trip from Cardiff to Llandudno is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 11m. Trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, the train journey from Cardiff to Llandudno is scenic, offering views of the lush Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the coastline as it approaches Llandudno.
The first train from Cardiff to Llandudno leaves at 5:19 AM.
The distance by train from Cardiff to Llandudno is 130 miles (210 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff to Llandudno.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Llandudno is Cardiff Central (CDF), which connects to Llandudno station (LLD).
There is no high speed train available from Cardiff to Llandudno.
The train from Cardiff to Llandudno takes 4h 11m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from Cardiff to Llandudno leaves at 8:43 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Llandudno.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cardiff to Llandudno.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Llandudno
Cardiff
Llandudno
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Bay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Bay for your trip from Cardiff to Llandudno.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Bay
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cardiff Queen Street
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. The station platforms are only accessible by stairs.
- 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
Public transit options for Grangetown
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station entrance on Penarth Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Rhymney) via the car park. There are two routes onto the platform, one with a steep gradient and one with a moderate gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a roadbridge with a walkway but no pavement
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
Public transit options for Llanishen
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Station Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the road outside the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The bicycle stands can be found on Platform 1 (to Cardiff).
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Ninian Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station entrance on Leckwith Road close to traffic lights
The major train station for arrivals in Llandudno is Llandudno. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Llandudno for your journey to Llandudno from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:30 - 15:00 Saturday 09:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:10 - 17:00 The ticket office is open on Sundays between 10:00 and 17:30 in July and August.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car park
Dining
- La Taverna
- The Cocoa House
- Irish Bar
- The Sunnyside Hotel
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to the station concourse and all platforms.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The National key toilets are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Daishs Somerset Hotel
- Imperial Hotel
- Marine Hotel
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Llandudno
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop on the road outside station
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