The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cardiff Airport for Cardiff Central (CDF) on Thu, Mar 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 12 the direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Thu, Mar 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Wednesday, March 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L66414 | On time 8:04 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 0h37 | 8:41 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L65368+ P22797 | On time 8:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h04 | 9:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
L66419 | On time 9:04 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 0h37 | 9:41 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L65376+ P22799 | On time 9:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h04 | 10:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
L66424 | On time 10:04 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 0h37 | 10:41 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L65383+ P22801 | On time 10:11 AM Rhoose Cardiff International Airport (RIA) | 1h04 | 11:15 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Trains from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 34m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 22:02 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff Central (CDF) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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