How to travel from Llanelli to Cardiff

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Compare train and bus for Llanelli to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanelli to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr74, while a train costs an average of kr100.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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kr100

Average price

kr74

Average price

Cheapest

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

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1h 59m

Average total duration

1h 29m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Transport for Wales

Most popular train company

National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from Llanelli to Cardiff

How to get from Llanelli to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Llanelli to Cardiff is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM1h10
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    3:35 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM1h10
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    3:35 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 PM1h00
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    8:40 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr441One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transport for WalesG38441 · G38945
    5:03 AM1h38
    Llanelli station (LLE)
    6:41 AMCardiff Central (CDF)
    kr1191One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15040+Transport for WalesG38441
    5:03 AM1h18
    Llanelli station (LLE)
    6:21 AMCardiff Central (CDF)
    kr1881One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:05 PM1h10
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    5:15 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr401One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:25 PM1h10
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    1:35 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr401One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:00 PM1h15
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    6:15 PMCardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    kr401One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Llanelli to Cardiff

Travel to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Llanelli to Cardiff.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Llanelli and Cardiff including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Llanelli to Cardiff is a bus with an average price of kr74.

This is compared to other travel options from Llanelli to Cardiff:

A bus is kr27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Llanelli to Cardiff costing on average kr100.

The fastest way to travel from Llanelli to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 59m.

The distance from Llanelli to Cardiff is approximately 44 miles (71 km).
The average frequency per day from Llanelli to Cardiff is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Llanelli and Cardiff as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Llanelli to Cardiff:
  • Trains mostly depart from Llanelli station (LLE) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and arrive in Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Llanelli to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales to go to Cardiff by bus.
  • Travel with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales to go to Cardiff by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Llanelli to Cardiff with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales.
Omio customers who travel from Llanelli to Cardiff often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cardiff and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cardiff to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Attend performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city center, or take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay. For adventure, visit Cardiff International White Water for rafting and kayaking. Shop and dine at Cardiff Market. Discover history at Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore art and culture at the National Museum Cardiff, and relax in Bute Park. Cardiff Bay also offers dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
A visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore Cardiff's main attractions, such as Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, and Cardiff Bay, while allowing time for leisure and dining experiences.

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