The nearest train station to Cardiff Castle is Cardiff Central Rail Station. Cardiff Castle is conveniently located in the centre of the city and is easy to find, with Cardiff Central Station being just a 10-minute walk away. If you would rather not walk, a taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance.

Cardiff Castle is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city centre of Cardiff. The castle, which was built in the late 11th century by Norman invaders on top of the foundations of a 3rd-century fort, is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Wales.

Despite not being fully furnished throughout, significant effort has been made to restore the castle top its full glory, with many areas offering a close resemblance to their original appearance.

Visit Cardiff Castle's website for more information.

Station details & facilities

Departures and arrivals from Cardiff Central

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Cardiff Central station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departing toTrainTimePlatformStatus
to Manchester PiccadillyTransport for Wales04:35On time
to London PaddingtonGreat Western Railway05:14On time
to BargoedTransport for Wales05:16On time
to RhylTransport for Wales05:20On time
to Barry IslandTransport for Wales05:20On time
Arriving fromTrainTimePlatformStatus
from SwanseaGreat Western Railway04:53On time
from Barry IslandTransport for Wales05:45On time
from PontypriddTransport for Wales05:49On time
from PenarthTransport for Wales06:15On time
from SwanseaGreat Western Railway06:18On time

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