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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frome to Cardiff
Showing times and prices for Feb 04
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
66 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frome to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frome to Cardiff will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Frome for Cardiff on Wed, Feb 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.
07:52AM3h34
Frome11:26AMCardiff
€261One-way
0 transfers
06:45AM2h00
Frome08:45AMCardiff
€361One-way
0 transfers
09:55AM2h27
Frome12:22PMCardiff
€361One-way
0 transfers
06:07AM2h14
Frome08:21AMCardiff
€371One-way
0 transfers
06:45AM2h00
Frome08:45AMCardiff
€361One-way
0 transfers
06:07AM2h14
Frome08:21AMCardiff
€371One-way
0 transfers
09:55AM2h27
Frome12:22PMCardiff
€361One-way
0 transfers
07:52AM3h34
Frome11:26AMCardiff
€261One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Frome to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Frome to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:43 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:07 AM Frome | 2h14 | 8:21 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:45 AM Frome | 2h00 | 8:45 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:52 AM Frome | 3h34 | 11:26 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:55 AM Frome | 2h27 | 12:22 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frome to Cardiff
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Trains from Frome to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 52m.
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
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 22:32 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Frome to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Frome and Cardiff from €22. 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
1h 54m
Cheapest Price
€22
Great Western Rail frequency
5 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
€50
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Trains from Frome to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frome to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Frome to Cardiff can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frome to Cardiff is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Frome to Cardiff is 1h 52m to travel the 66 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Frome to Cardiff leaves at 5:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Frome to Cardiff leaves at 10:32 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Frome to Cardiff which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Frome to Cardiff, you can count on Great Western Rail, first_great_western for the best way to get you to Cardiff. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frome and Cardiff and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Cardiff from Frome is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 52m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frome to Cardiff is January.
Yes, you can take a train between Frome and Cardiff.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frome to Cardiff
Frome
Cardiff
The major train station for departures in Frome is Frome. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frome for your trip from Frome to Cardiff.
Frome
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 12:00 Saturday 06:30 - 12:50 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transit options for Frome
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your journey to Cardiff from Frome.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
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)
Cathays
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
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
- Travelodge
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
Fairwater
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access is available to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) via a long moderately shallow ramp from Pwllmelin Road. Step free access is available to Platform 2 (to Radyr) via a long moderately shallow ramp from Fairwater Road. Both platforms are connected via a footbridge with steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: This machine does 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
Public transit options for Fairwater
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the top of the ramp to the Cardiff bound platform on Fairwater Road
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