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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 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.
6:15 AM4h01Liverpool Central (LVC)10:16 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$691One-way0 transfers- 8:58 AM3h47Liverpool Central (LVC)12:45 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$871One-way0 transfers
- 8:58 AM3h47Liverpool Central (LVC)12:45 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$871One-way0 transfers
- 6:15 AM4h01Liverpool Central (LVC)10:16 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $80 (€66).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (3h 41m by train vs 3h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $64 (€52) 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.
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
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:58 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 3h47 | 12:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 6:15 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h01 | 10:16 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 16:58. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 4:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- 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)
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