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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Branksome (BSM)

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19

train journeys
per day

75

miles (122 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Branksome (BSM)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Branksome , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Branksome is approximately 75 miles (122 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 6 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Branksome.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Branksome. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Branksome Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    13:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    16:01
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    17:10
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    19:01
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    20:01
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    22:46
    9 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    23:31
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    09:17
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    23:33
    10 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Cathays
    Branksome
    Cathays to Branksome

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Branksome Station

Station name Branksome (BSM)
Address Branksome station, Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 10:00
Saturday 08:00 - 11:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cathays and Branksome

The travel time between Cathays and Branksome by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Branksome vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cathays and Branksome can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cathays & Branksome. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cathays and Branksome.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cathays and Branksome, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.