Cardiff to Newquay train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Newquay

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€144

Average price

€145

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

6 h 20 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

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 €145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €144.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Newquay without transferring at least 2 times.

Great Western RailP08913 · P08323 · GW014100
11:00AM6h20
Cardiff Central (CDF)
05:20PMNewquay station (NQY)
1441One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailP08915 · P08328 · GW007200
01:00PM7h10
Cardiff Central (CDF)
08:10PMNewquay station (NQY)
1441One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailP08911 · P08316 · GW016700
09:00AM6h40
Cardiff Central (CDF)
03:40PMNewquay station (NQY)
1441One-way
2 transfers
Great Western RailP08393+CrossCountryC23760+Great Western RailP08328 · GW007200
01:30PM6h40
Cardiff Central (CDF)
08:10PMNewquay station (NQY)
1451One-way
3 transfers
Great Western RailP08389+CrossCountryC23749+Great Western RailP08323 · GW014100
11:30AM5h50
Cardiff Central (CDF)
05:20PMNewquay station (NQY)
1451One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Newquay

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €85.

Distance: 178 km

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Train
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Bus

€142

Average price

€35

Average price

Cheapest

5h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cardiff to Newquay train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:18 PM
Last updated at 10:18 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_westernP08911 · P08316 · GW016700
On time
9:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
6h40
3:40 PM Newquay station (NQY)
2 transfers
great_westernP08385+cross_countryC03775+great_westernP08316 · GW016700
On time
9:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
6h12
3:40 PM Newquay station (NQY)
3 transfers
great_westernP08913 · P08323 · GW014100
On time
11:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
6h20
5:20 PM Newquay station (NQY)
2 transfers
great_westernP08389+cross_countryC23749+great_westernP08323 · GW014100
On time
11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)
5h50
5:20 PM Newquay station (NQY)
3 transfers
great_westernP08915 · P08328 · GW007200
On time
1:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF)
7h10
8:10 PM Newquay station (NQY)
2 transfers
great_westernP08393+cross_countryC23760+great_westernP08328 · GW007200
On time
1:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF)
6h40
8:10 PM Newquay station (NQY)
3 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Newquay

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Trains from Cardiff to Newquay run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €85 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21
Distance
178 km
Average train duration
5h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€85
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 11m
First train
05:07
Last train
17:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Newquay trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Cardiff and Newquay from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 23m
Cheapest Price
€61
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Newquay

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Newquay easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Newquay.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Newquay can start from as little as €103 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Newquay is €142; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff to Newquay train time is 5 h 32 min   covering the 178 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff to Newquay leaves at 05: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff to Newquay leaves at 14: 00.
There are 5 trains a day from Cardiff to Newquay which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cardiff to Newquay train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Cardiff and Newquay to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Newquay by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Newquay including taking a coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cardiff to Newquay

Cardiff
Newquay
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Bay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Bay for your trip from Cardiff to Newquay.
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Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Bay
  • Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cathays
  • 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
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: to the right of the station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cardiff Queen Street
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
Dining
  • Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
  • Pret a Manger
  • Tesco Express
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
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
Hotel
  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
  • Cardiff Marriott Hotel
  • Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
  • Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
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)
Whitchurch (Cardiff)ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B Step free access to the platform from Pen y Dre.
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Whitchurch (Cardiff)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Along the A470 (Northern Avenue) towards Cardiff at the bus stop after the junction with Caedelyn Road

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