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Avanti West Coast
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Llandudno to Cardiff Bay by train

First train

09:42

Last train

19:43

Departure station

Llandudno

Arrival station

Cardiff Bay

Journey time

From 5h 2m

Distance

131 miles (211 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay in 5 hours 2 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 53 minutes to travel the 131 miles (211 km) from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay 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 Cardiff Bay by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay

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

How do you get to Cardiff Bay from Llandudno?

To travel to Cardiff Bay from Llandudno, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 5 hours and 53 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 2 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay?

Trains from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay take an average of 5 hours and 53 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 2 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Llandudno and Cardiff Bay by train?

The quickest journey time between Llandudno and Cardiff Bay by train is 5 hours and 2 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay?

No, there are no direct trains running from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Llandudno to Cardiff Bay

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 Llandudno to Cardiff Bay is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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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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