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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Llanelli to Cardiff
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Llanelli to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llanelli to Cardiff will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Llanelli for Cardiff on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
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Compare train and bus for Llanelli to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanelli to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 71 km
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Llanelli to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Llanelli to Cardiff trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:25 PM Llanelli | 1h18 | 4:43 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:24 PM Llanelli | 1h22 | 5:46 PM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| L65358 · L64808 | On time 9:59 AM Llanelli station (LLE) | 1h31 | 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
| L65358+L16829 | On time 9:59 AM Llanelli station (LLE) | 1h18 | 11:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Llanelli to Cardiff
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Trains from Llanelli to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 00:58 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Llanelli to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Llanelli and Cardiff from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Llanelli to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llanelli 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Llanelli, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cardiff Central, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Llanelli to Cardiff
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Swansea) via the ticket office. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Carmarthen) via a lane off New Dock Road and a ramp with a shallow gradient to the platform. Access between the platforms is via the level crossing or footbridge with steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: This station has a video assist ticket machine with direct communication to an operator who can help with your transaction.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the station entrance on Great Western Terrace
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- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- 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
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- 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
- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Travelodge
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available from Waun y Groes Avenue.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Available from Caerphilly Road (main road next to station)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on A469 Caerphilly Road
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