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station information and services
Cardiff Central
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
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FAQ: Travel from Cardiff Central (CDF)
Everything you need to know about Cardiff Central (CDF): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.
Cardiff Central offers step-free access throughout the station, along with ramps for train access and elevators.
Cardiff Central station is near several main attractions, including Cardiff Castle, the Principality Stadium, and the National Museum Cardiff.
Car rental services available at Cardiff Central include Avis, Enterprise, and Europcar.
Cardiff Central is located within the city center, with a distance of 0 kilometers.
Travel from Cardiff Central to the city center by boarding nearby commuter rail lines such as the City Line or Valley Line. Alternatively, you can use the taxi rank located on the right as you exit the main station entrance.
Cardiff Central is approximately 22 kilometers from the nearest airport.
It is advisable to arrive at Cardiff Central at least 15 to 30 minutes before your departure time to allow for boarding procedures and any potential delays.
Cardiff Central is located at Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom.
Parking is available at Cardiff Central at the Brewery Car park.
The train fare from Cardiff Central to the closest airport can vary depending on the time and date of travel.
From Cardiff Central, public transport options include commuter rail lines such as the City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, and South Wales Main Line, along with train services operated by Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, and Great Western Railway.
Cardiff Central station is generally considered safe for early morning or late evening travel, with visible security measures and staff presence contributing to a secure environment.
Security and ticket checks are conducted at Cardiff Central station to ensure passenger safety and compliance with travel regulations.
Yes, Cardiff Central has toilets located on Platforms 1 to 8, and the National Key toilets located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8, which are operated by a radar key and available only during staffing hours.
Free Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff Central station.
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