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National Museum Cardiff
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Weston-super-Mare for Cardiff on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m 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 Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.95. The journey takes 1h 52m versus 1h 12m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15321 · G15002 | 8:10 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h36 | 9:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C48821 | 8:48 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h29 | 10:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15324 · G15004 | 9:10 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h42 | 10:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34477 · G15518 · G14937 | 9:29 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h38 | 11:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G15495 | 9:48 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h31 | 11:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15327 · G15005 | 10:10 AM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h36 | 11:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
C48869 · G15009 | On time 12:10 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h35 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
G15498 | 12:48 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h28 | 2:16 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C48872 · G15011 | 1:10 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h39 | 2:49 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
W34498 · G15522 · G14940 | 1:26 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h42 | 3:08 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
G15499 | 1:48 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h34 | 3:22 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C48875 · W34999 | 2:10 PM Weston-Super-Mare (WSM) | 1h36 | 3:46 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Cardiff — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cardiff trip today.
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Open-air history museum with rescued Welsh buildings, crafts, and exhibitions that bring everyday life from different eras vividly to life.
Compact city-centre museum telling Cardiff’s story through local archaeology, industry, and community displays inside the Old Library.
Revitalised waterfront district with basin views, modern landmarks, trails, and easy access to culture, public art, and waterside walks.
Large central park behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, arboretum views, sculptures, and quick escapes from the busy centre.
Victorian shopping arcade packed with independent boutiques and period detail, representing Cardiff’s famous arcade culture at its best.
A Welsh breakfast staple of seaweed cooked into a savoury puree, often served with oats or alongside bacon and cockles. It is a classic taste of Welsh coastal cooking.
Cockles gathered from the Welsh coast, commonly eaten with laverbread. They are a long-standing local delicacy linked to South Wales seaside food culture.
A traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks. It is hearty, homely, and closely associated with Welsh family cooking.
Refined modern British dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. It is one of Cardiff’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants.
A stylish venue known for seasonal Welsh ingredients, creative small plates, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic indoor market ideal for casual local food, Welsh cakes, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. It offers a lively everyday taste of Cardiff.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10%. Taxi tips are optional, often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small tips are appreciated.
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Weston-super-Mare 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.

Most Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff trains use the Weston-Super-Mare to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Bay. Use this guide to compare Weston-super-Mare and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Wi-Fi is available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Ticket office support is available at Weston-Super-Mare.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Parking, WC.
Available at Weston-Super-Mare: Bike Parking.
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.
Worle is 4 km from Weston-super-Mare city centre. Public transport options include:
Worle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Worle.
Ticket office support is available at Worle.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Worle: Parking.
Available at Worle: Bike Parking.
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.
Weston Milton is 2 km from Weston-super-Mare city centre. Public transport options include:
Weston Milton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Weston Milton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Weston Milton: Parking.
Available at Weston Milton: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Cardiff Bay is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Cardiff Bay has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Bay.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Bay: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Cardiff Bay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Bay: 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.
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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