4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Cardiff will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bath for Cardiff on Thu, Apr 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
P33680 · P23019 · P2262210:10 AM1h30Bath Spa (BTH)11:40 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€291One-way2 transfers- P227208:29 AM1h17Bath Spa (BTH)9:46 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way0 transfers
- P33675 · P226198:50 AM1h19Bath Spa (BTH)10:09 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- P29853 · P232199:50 AM1h28Bath Spa (BTH)11:18 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- P33673 · P23017 · P226188:06 AM1h30Bath Spa (BTH)9:36 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way2 transfers
- P227229:40 AM1h12Bath Spa (BTH)10:52 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way0 transfers
- P227208:29 AM1h17Bath Spa (BTH)9:46 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way0 transfers
- P33675 · P226198:50 AM1h19Bath Spa (BTH)10:09 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- P29853 · P232199:50 AM1h28Bath Spa (BTH)11:18 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€341One-way1 transfer
- P33680 · P23019 · P2262210:10 AM1h30Bath Spa (BTH)11:40 AMCardiff Central (CDF)€291One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bath to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| P33673 · P23017 · P22618 | 7:06 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 8:36 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| P22720 | 7:29 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h17 | 8:46 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P33675 · P22619 | 7:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h19 | 9:09 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P22722 | 8:40 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h12 | 9:52 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P29853 · P23219 | 8:50 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h28 | 10:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| P33680 · P23019 · P22622 | 9:10 AM Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h30 | 10:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Cardiff run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 11:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Bath to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Cardiff from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bath to Cardiff: Journey Details
The Great Western Railway provides direct trains from Bath to Cardiff. The weekday timetable begins with an early morning departure and continues with hourly trains until the final service from Bath after midnight. Journey times are around an hour and 20 minutes. The Sunday schedule features a slightly reduced service, with the first departure in late morning and the last train leaving Bath in late evening. Weekday off-peak day return fares are available on departures after 9:30 a.m.
Taking the Train from Bath
Trains from Bath to Cardiff depart from Bath Spa station, situated on the southern edge of the city centre. Public transport connections include bus stops on Dorchester Street, providing routes around the city. The bus station is 5 minutes walk west of the rail terminus, offering connections around Bath and the local region. There is a taxi rank by the main station entrance.
Getting Into Cardiff by Train
The Welsh capital is a historic city that can boast some spectacular architecture, from the Victorian Gothic castle to Richard Rogers' striking 21st-century Senedd building for the National Assembly. Visitor highlights include the Millennium Centre arts venue and concert hall, the art collection at the National Museum of Wales, and the Riverside farmers' market. Trains from Bath to Cardiff arrive at Cardiff Central station, situated in the city centre, close to the river Taff. Cardiff bus station is next to the rail terminus, with services around the city and region. There is a regular shuttle bus linking the station to Cardiff airport. Taxis are available from a rank beside the main station entrance.
FAQs: Trains from Bath to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath to Cardiff
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. 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 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- 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. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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