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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Caerphilly
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€7
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€7
Fastest journey on Oct 27
19 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
20 m
Trains on Oct 27
18
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Caerphilly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Caerphilly will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 18 trains from Cardiff to Caerphilly, including 18 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
W439107:14 AM0h22Cardiff Central (CDF)7:36 AMAber (ABE)€71One-way0 transfers- W439006:44 AM0h25Cardiff Central (CDF)7:09 AMEnerglyn & Churchill Park (ECP)€71One-way0 transfers
- W439498:43 AM0h26Cardiff Central (CDF)9:09 AMEnerglyn & Churchill Park (ECP)€71One-way0 transfers
- W439107:14 AM0h20Cardiff Central (CDF)7:34 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- Y621417:08 AM0h19Cardiff Central (CDF)7:27 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- Y621417:08 AM0h19Cardiff Central (CDF)7:27 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- Y621217:38 AM0h19Cardiff Central (CDF)7:57 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- W439107:14 AM0h20Cardiff Central (CDF)7:34 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- W439666:12 AM0h20Cardiff Central (CDF)6:32 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
- Y621096:38 AM0h20Cardiff Central (CDF)6:58 AMCaerphilly station (CPH)€71One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Caerphilly
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Trains from Cardiff to Caerphilly run on average 16 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 16m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Caerphilly train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Caerphilly trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:22 PM Cardiff | 0h20 | 11:42 PM Caerphilly | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
| W43966 | 6:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h22 | 6:34 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43966 | 6:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h24 | 6:36 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43966 | 6:12 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h20 | 6:32 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62109 | 6:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h23 | 7:01 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62109 | 6:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h20 | 6:58 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43900 | 6:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h25 | 7:09 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43900 | 6:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h21 | 7:05 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43900 | 6:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h23 | 7:07 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62141 | 7:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h22 | 7:30 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62141 | 7:08 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h19 | 7:27 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43910 | 7:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h22 | 7:36 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43910 | 7:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h24 | 7:38 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43910 | 7:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h20 | 7:34 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62121 | 7:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h22 | 8:00 AM Aber (ABE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y62121 | 7:38 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h19 | 7:57 AM Caerphilly station (CPH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43930 | 7:44 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h24 | 8:08 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43977 | 8:14 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h25 | 8:39 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W43949 | 8:43 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0h26 | 9:09 AM Energlyn & Churchill Park (ECP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Caerphilly
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Caerphilly
Most Cardiff to Caerphilly trains use the Cardiff Central to Caerphilly station pair, with some services arriving at Aber. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Caerphilly train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Heath High Level from Cardiff city centre
Heath High Level is 4 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Heath High Level train station facilities and services
Heath High Level has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heath High Level.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heath High Level: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heath High Level: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heath High Level: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. The station is not suitable for wheelchair or powered mobility scooter users. Platform 1 (to Rhymney) has a long, steep access ramp. Platform 2 (to Cardiff) is only accessible via 41 steps. Customers travelling from the Rhymney Valley are advised to alight at Cardiff Queen Street and return to Heath Low Level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Caerphilly station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Caerphilly from Caerphilly city centre
Caerphilly train station facilities and services
Caerphilly has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Caerphilly.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Caerphilly. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Caerphilly: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Caerphilly: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caerphilly: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Platform 1 (for Cardiff) has level access. Platform 2 (for Rhymney) is accessible only by a footbridge or by a steep ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Low level/text public phones, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Aber from Caerphilly city centre
Aber train station facilities and services
Aber has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aber.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aber: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Aber: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aber: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Wheelchair users, mobility scooter users and customers with reduced mobility may find the steep ramps leading from Nantgarw Road to both platforms difficult to negotiate, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine takes debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Energlyn & Churchill Park from Caerphilly city centre
Energlyn & Churchill Park is 1 km from Caerphilly city centre. Public transport options include:
Energlyn & Churchill Park train station facilities and services
Energlyn & Churchill Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Energlyn & Churchill Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately steep ramp. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Rhymney) from the car park on Llwyn-On Street. Both platforms are connected via a subway with a moderately steep footpath, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No.
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