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Cardiff Central to Five Ways by train

First train

05:14

Last train

00:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Five Ways

Journey time

From 2h 8m

Distance

87 miles (141 km)

Frequency

37 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Five Ways in 2 hours 8 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Five Ways? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 48 minutes to travel the 87 miles (141 km) from Cardiff Central to Five Ways by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 37 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to Five Ways. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Five Ways in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Five Ways by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Cardiff Central to Five Ways

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Central to Five Ways? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central to Five Ways?

You can get from Cardiff Central to Five Ways by train in 2 hours and 48 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 8 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Cardiff Central to Five Ways take?

The average journey time by train between Cardiff Central and Five Ways is 2 hours and 48 minutes, with around 37 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff Central and Five Ways by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cardiff Central to Five Ways is 2 hours and 8 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Cardiff Central to Five Ways?

No, there are no direct train services from Cardiff Central to Five Ways. Travelling from Cardiff Central to Five Ways by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Five Ways

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cardiff Central to Five Ways is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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