The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Tenby
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €20
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €26
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 3 h 6 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 3 h 26 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 4
- Distance
- 107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Tenby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Tenby will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Tenby without transferring at least once.
G39211 · AW90360010:54 AM 3h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
G39201 · AW9042008:54 AM 3h11 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:05 PM Tenby station (TEN) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
G39225 · AW90240012:54 PM 3h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €22 1 One-way 1 transfer
W35417+
AW8999001:38 PM 4h22 Cardiff Central (CDF) 6:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €44 1 One-way 1 transfer
G39225 · AW90240012:54 PM 3h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 4:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €22 1 One-way 1 transfer
G39211 · AW90360010:54 AM 3h06 Cardiff Central (CDF) 2:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
G39201 · AW9042008:54 AM 3h11 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:05 PM Tenby station (TEN) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
W35417+
AW8999001:38 PM 4h22 Cardiff Central (CDF) 6:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) €44 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Tenby
Trains from Cardiff to Tenby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Cardiff to Tenby train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Tenby trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G39201 · AW904200 | 8:54 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h11 | 12:05 PM Tenby station (TEN) | 1 transfer | |
G39211 · AW903600 | 10:54 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h06 | 2:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) | 1 transfer | |
G39225 · AW902400 | 12:54 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h06 | 4:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) | 1 transfer | |
W35417+ AW899900 | 1:38 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h22 | 6:00 PM Tenby station (TEN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Tenby
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Trains from Cardiff to Tenby
Railway service between Cardiff and Tenby is operated by Arriva Trains Wales. Trains on this route partially follow the coast and take an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes. There are eight trains every day, some of which are direct and others entail a transfer in Carmarthen or Swansea. The first train departs daily at 6:42 a.m. and the last at 7:04 p.m., although there is a later option (the 1:51 a.m. departure) that takes five hours and 30 minutes and serves as an overnight train.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Cardiff to Tenby?
Departure Station: Cardiff Central, which has a convenient location between St Mary Street and the Millennium Stadium. City buses going to Cardiff Bay depart from St Mary Street, opposite the Travelodge Hotel and only 100 metres from the station.
Arrival Station: Tenby Train Station. Although the station is outside of the downtown area, the majority of tourist attractions (including the Art Gallery, Tenby Castle, and Harbour Beach) can be easily reached on foot and are no further than a 10-15 minute walk.
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Tenby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Tenby 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 Tenby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Tenby
Most Cardiff to Tenby trains use the Cardiff Central to Tenby station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Tenby 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.
Which Tenby station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Tenby from Tenby city centre
Tenby train station facilities and services
Tenby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tenby.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tenby: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tenby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Pembroke Dock) from the car park. Access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) is via an end of platform ramp and a foot crossing across the railway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: located in station car park, 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.
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