Dinas Powys station
Cardiff Road
Dinas Powys
Vale of Glamorgan
CF64 4DH
Dinas Powys Station can be found on Cardiff Road in Dinas Powys as shown on the map, and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Dinas Powys Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the charming Vale of Glamorgan, Dinas Powys station serves as a vital commuter link to the bustling city of Cardiff and beyond. With scenic views and a serene neighborhood, the station acts as a starting point for both local errands and further explorations into the beautiful Welsh countryside. Whether you're a seasoned commuter or planning a visit to the area, Dinas Powys station offers a window into both rural charm and urban connectivity.
Dinas Powys might be a modest station, but it is equipped with essential amenities to facilitate your journey efficiently. There is no ticket office, but ticket machines are available, making it easy to collect tickets purchased online using debit or credit cards. For added convenience, induction loops are available to assist hearing-impaired passengers.
When it comes to accessibility, there is step-free access to Platform 1, which heads towards Cardiff. However, if you need to catch a train to Barry from Platform 2, be prepared to navigate steps, as access here is via a subway.
The station may lack some amenities like waiting rooms or refreshment facilities, but clean seating areas and help points ensure you can find support whenever necessary. With CCTV present for security, you can stay assured of a safe travel environment.
Adequate transport links bolster Dinas Powys station’s significance. Buses operated by Cardiff Bus provide a seamless transportation connection to the city. The station's strategic location means that when rail services are disrupted, a rail replacement bus conveniently stops right at the station entrance. To dive deeper into the local bus routes, you can explore the options at Cardiff Bus Routes.
Whether you’re heading into the city or exploring farther afield, the options from Dinas Powys station are aplenty. Venture to the heart of Cardiff with trains to Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street. Escape to the coastal bliss at Barry Island, or dive into the historical riches of cities like Bristol or Newport. For those heading on a long-distance trip, service to London Paddington awaits, promising a hassle-free journey to the capital city.
Recognizing that travel is more than just reaching your destination, at Dinas Powys station, every journey is an opportunity to integrate with both local heritage and modern convenience. Efficient connections and an emphasis on accessibility underscore the station’s role as a central linchpin for passengers in and around Wales.
Planning to travel from Dinas Powys? Let this station offer you both the travel opportunities and relaxation of small-town charm. Find your tickets with ease, and let your journey through the heart of Wales begin.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Dinas Powys, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
Ticket machines | Yes |
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. |
Induction loop | Yes |
Smartcards | |
Smartcards issued at this station | No |
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point |
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Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements |
Staff help available | |
Customer help points | Yes |
Customer services notes | Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website. |
Luggage storage | No |
Lost property | |
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |
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Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B3. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff). Platform 2 (to Barry) is only accessible via a subway with steps. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Dinas Powys |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | No |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
Accessible spaces | None |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Dinas Powys |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Refreshment Facilities | No |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 0 |
Type of Storage | |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
The rail replacement bus stop is at the station entrance. |
Local routes operated by Cardiff Bus. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 13:51 | 2 | 13:58 This train has been delayed by congestion |
from Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 13:53 | 1 | On time |
from Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:04 | 1 | On time |
from Bargoed | Transport for Wales | 14:12 | 2 | On time |
from Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 14:22 | 2 | On time |
from Bridgend | Transport for Wales | 14:23 | 1 | On time |
from Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:34 | 1 | On time |
from Cardiff Central | Transport for Wales | 14:42 | 2 | On time |
from Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 14:51 | 2 | On time |
from Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:53 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Bridgend | Transport for Wales | 13:52 | 2 | 13:59 This train has been delayed by congestion |
to Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 13:54 | 1 | On time |
to Bargoed | Transport for Wales | 14:05 | 1 | On time |
to Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:12 | 2 | On time |
to Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:22 | 2 | On time |
to Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 14:24 | 1 | On time |
to Bargoed | Transport for Wales | 14:35 | 1 | On time |
to Barry Island | Transport for Wales | 14:42 | 2 | On time |
to Bridgend | Transport for Wales | 14:52 | 2 | On time |
to Rhymney | Transport for Wales | 14:54 | 1 | On time |