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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least once.
G38873+
C169259:12 AM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:44 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$551One-way1 transfer- G38878+C1693912:12 PM3h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:45 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
- G38882+C169492:12 PM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:44 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
- G38892+C169696:12 PM3h43Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:55 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
- G38890+C169645:10 PM3h44Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:54 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
- G38870+C169208:10 AM3h28Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:38 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$821One-way1 transfer
- G38873+C169259:12 AM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:44 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$551One-way1 transfer
- G38877+C1693411:12 AM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:44 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$731One-way1 transfer
- G38882+C169492:12 PM3h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:44 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
- G38878+C1693912:12 PM3h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:45 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $73 (€60).
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 35m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 33m by train vs 3h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€60) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W29882+ W34031+ W34630+W33894 | Delayed 1:00 PM 12:43 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C16944+G38880 | On time 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 4:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16949+G38882 | On time 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 5:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16954+G38885 | On time 3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 6:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16959+G38886 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 7:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16962+W29908+G14944 | On time 4:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W29908+W33877 · W34285+G14944 | Delayed 5:00 PM 4:43 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C16964+G38890 | On time 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h44 | 8:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16969+G38892 | On time 6:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h43 | 9:55 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| W44838+W34121 | Delayed 7:10 PM 6:43 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 11:02 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16913+G38866 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h44 | 9:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G38911+ C07915 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h49 | 9:57 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16917+G38868 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h39 | 10:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G38914+C07919 | 7:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h02 | 11:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16920+G38870 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h28 | 11:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G38556 · G38873+C07926 | 8:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h24 | 12:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C16923+G01144+W34618 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| G01144+W33888 · W34170+W34618 | 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 12:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C16925+G38873 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 12:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16929+G38874 | 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h41 | 1:53 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G38560 · G38877+C07941 | 10:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h16 | 2:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C16932+W29871+W34624 | 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W29871+W34182 · W34095+W34624 | 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C16934+G38877 | 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 2:44 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| G38925+C07949 | 11:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h50 | 3:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16939+G38878 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 3:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| C16942+W29882+W34630 | 12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W29882+W34630+W34031 · W33894 | 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 4:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| G38341 · G38927 | 12:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h30 | 5:17 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $19 (€15). 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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.
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