Take a trip to the Welsh capital with trains to Cardiff. Known for its historical castles and grand shopping arcades, Cardiff is bursting with must-visit attractions, making it one of the UK’s most exciting cities. And with warm hospitality everywhere you go, it’s one of the friendliest, too. Whether you want to learn about the city’s rich history, browse independent boutiques, relax in picturesque parks, watch the rugby or dance the night away, Cardiff has something for everyone. And with its well-connected train stations, you can travel to Cardiff from all over Wales and beyond.
Looking for cheap train tickets to Cardiff? The sooner you book your tickets, the cheaper they are, so try to book your journey in advance. Some operators even release tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of travel. Getting a railcard could save you a fortune too, not just on this journey, but on every other trip you make as well. If you’re flexible with your plans, off-peak tickets are usually a lot cheaper and if you’re not in any rush, slower services are often cheaper, too. Also, prices can sometimes vary across different train operators, so don’t forget to compare.
Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street are the main train stations serving the city. Located in Central Square in the heart of the city, Cardiff Central is the busier of the two, connecting the city with the rest of the UK, whilst Queen Street tends to serve more local destinations.
You can travel to Cardiff from many cities across the UK. London Paddington to Cardiff is a popular route, operated by Great Western Railway with a journey time of just under 1 hour, as is Bristol to Cardiff which takes around 50 minutes. In Wales, journeys from both Swansea and Newport are popular, too.
