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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Tamworth
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Tamworth will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Of the 7 trains that leave Cardiff for Tamworth on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
8:23 AM2h54Cardiff11:17 AMTamworth$1391One-way1 transfer- 6:29 PM2h49Cardiff9:18 PMTamworth$1391One-way1 transfer
11:45 AM2h22Cardiff2:07 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers- 1:45 PM2h20Cardiff4:05 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM2h22Cardiff6:07 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 PM2h20Cardiff4:05 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 5:45 PM2h20Cardiff8:05 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM2h22Cardiff2:07 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM2h22Cardiff6:07 PMTamworth$1831One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 PM2h32Cardiff10:17 PMTamworth$1921One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Tamworth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Tamworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Tamworth:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Tamworth costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to Tamworth take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 15m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $47 (€38) compared to roughly $44 (€36) 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 Cross Country.
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 to Tamworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Tamworth trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:00 PM Cardiff | 2h28 | 10:28 PM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 8:23 AM Cardiff | 2h54 | 11:17 AM Tamworth | 1 transfer | |
| 11:45 AM Cardiff | 2h22 | 2:07 PM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:45 PM Cardiff | 2h20 | 4:05 PM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:45 PM Cardiff | 2h22 | 6:07 PM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Tamworth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Tamworth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Tamworth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 9:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Tamworth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Tamworth from $12 (€10). 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 to Tamworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Tamworth
Most Cardiff to Tamworth trains use the Cardiff Central to Tamworth station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Tamworth 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 Llandaf from Cardiff city centre
Llandaf is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Llandaf train station facilities and services
Llandaf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llandaf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Llandaf. 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 Llandaf: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Llandaf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llandaf: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from the station car park. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with lifts, 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: There are two ticket machines. One accepts cash and the other accepts payment by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Tamworth station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Tamworth from Tamworth city centre
Tamworth train station facilities and services
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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