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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Newquay
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €101
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €101
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 5 h 18 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 5 h 18 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 1
- Distance
- 178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Newquay will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Newquay without transferring at least 2 times.
Y41674 · C33235 · C333252:00 PM 5h18 Cardiff Central (CDF) 7:18 PM Newquay station (NQY) €101 1 One-way 2 transfers
- Y41674 · C33235 · C33325
2:00 PM 5h18 Cardiff Central (CDF) 7:18 PM Newquay station (NQY) €101 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Newquay
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Newquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Cardiff to Newquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Newquay trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y41674 · C33235 · C33325 | 2:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h18 | 7:18 PM Newquay station (NQY) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Newquay
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Newquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Newquay 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 Newquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Newquay
Most Cardiff to Newquay trains use the Cardiff Central to Newquay station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Newquay 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.
Which Newquay station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Newquay from Newquay city centre
Newquay train station facilities and services
Newquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newquay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Newquay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newquay.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newquay: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Newquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newquay: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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