The cheapest and fastest trains from Llandeilo to Cardiff
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llandeilo to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llandeilo to Cardiff will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Llandeilo for Cardiff on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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 Llandeilo to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llandeilo to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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€16 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Llandeilo to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Llandeilo to Cardiff trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:54 AM Llandeilo | 4h55 | 9:49 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:54 AM Llandeilo | 2h55 | 2:49 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llandeilo to Cardiff
Trains from Llandeilo to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 00:58 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Llandeilo to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Llandeilo and Cardiff from $13 (€11). 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 Llandeilo to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llandeilo 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 Llandeilo to Cardiff
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) from the car park, down the end of platform ramp and across the railway via a foot crossing. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Craven Arms) from the station car park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Onward travel information: Services vary. Visit traveline.org.uk for further information.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the 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: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level.
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station on Heath Halt Road
- 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
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