The cheapest and fastest trains from Gowerton to Cardiff
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gowerton to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gowerton to Cardiff will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gowerton for Cardiff on Wed, Dec 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gowerton to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gowerton to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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€11 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gowerton to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Gowerton to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:08 AM Gowerton | 1h30 | 5:38 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Gowerton | 1h26 | 5:36 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:38 AM Gowerton | 2h01 | 6:39 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Gowerton | 1h37 | 11:38 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Gowerton to Cardiff trains with Omio?
Transport for Wales as well as Great Western Rail offer trains services from Gowerton to Cardiff. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gowerton to Cardiff.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Gowerton to Cardiff.
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- Multiple travel company options: While Transport for Wales tickets can be bought on Transport for Wales's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Great Western Rail to help you choose the right option for your journey from Gowerton to Cardiff.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gowerton to Cardiff.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gowerton to Cardiff
Trains from Gowerton to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 00:58 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail from Gowerton to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Gowerton and Cardiff from $5 (€4). 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 Gowerton to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gowerton to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gowerton to Cardiff
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Carmarthen) and to Platform 2 (to Swansea) via a footbridge with ramps and steps.
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The racks are on the westbound platform, the same side as the car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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.
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