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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff for Weston-super-Mare on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 21 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
9:57 AM1h25Cardiff11:22 AMWeston-super-Mare$271One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM2h22Cardiff11:27 AMWeston-super-Mare$271One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM1h22Cardiff1:22 PMWeston-super-Mare$331One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM1h22Cardiff1:22 PMWeston-super-Mare$331One-way0 transfers
- 9:57 AM1h25Cardiff11:22 AMWeston-super-Mare$271One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM2h22Cardiff11:27 AMWeston-super-Mare$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Weston-super-Mare take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.20 (€-9.17). The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42445 | On time 3:58 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h24 | 5:22 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42269 · C00694 | On time 4:27 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1h33 | 6:00 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 9:05 AM Cardiff | 2h22 | 11:27 AM Weston-super-Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:57 AM Cardiff | 1h25 | 11:22 AM Weston-super-Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Cardiff | 1h22 | 1:22 PM Weston-super-Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare
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Trains from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Weston-super-Mare from $14 (€12). 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 Weston-super-Mare
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare 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 Weston-super-Mare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare
Most Cardiff to Weston-super-Mare trains use the Cardiff Central to Weston-Super-Mare station pair, with some services arriving at Worle. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Weston-super-Mare 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 Waun-gron Park from Cardiff city centre
Waun-gron Park is 3 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Waun-gron Park train station facilities and services
Waun-gron Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Waun-gron Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Waun-gron Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Waun-gron Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Waun-gron Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Radyr) and Platform 2 (to Cardiff) from Waungron Road via ramps with handrails and a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via the ramps and beneath the railway bridge on Waungron Road, 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.
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.
Which Weston-super-Mare station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Weston-Super-Mare from Weston-super-Mare city centre
Weston-Super-Mare train station facilities and services
Weston-Super-Mare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Weston-Super-Mare: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 station. This station has a degree of step free access as both platforms can be approached via adjacent roads to access step free however the Taunton bound platform can only be accessed on the station via a step bridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Worle from Weston-super-Mare city centre
Worle is 4 km from Weston-super-Mare city centre. Public transport options include:
Worle train station facilities and services
Worle 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 Worle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worle.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Worle: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Worle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worle: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station, This station can be accessed step free to both platforms, however access to the Taunton bound line is via a ramp bridge of modest gradient. Both platforms can be accessed independently via drop off, 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.
Getting to Weston Milton from Weston-super-Mare city centre
Weston Milton is 2 km from Weston-super-Mare city centre. Public transport options include:
Weston Milton train station facilities and services
Weston Milton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Weston Milton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Weston Milton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Weston Milton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Weston Milton: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station, This station has step free access to the platform via a ramp which is of reasonable gradient from the car park. 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 no 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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