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Trains from Fairwater (FRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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34

train journeys
per day

2

miles (4 kms)

11 mins

fastest journey

07:08 / 23:11

first / last train

28

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Fairwater (FRW) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Fairwater and Cardiff Central , with 28 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Fairwater to Cardiff Central is approximately 2 miles (4 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 16 mins.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Fairwater and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fairwater to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 11 mins.

Journeys from Fairwater to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    12 mins Direct
    07:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    35 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:38
    13 mins Direct
    07:51
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    35 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    13 mins Direct
    08:21
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    12 mins Direct
    08:50
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:08
    12 mins Direct
    09:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:38
    12 mins Direct
    09:50
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:08
    13 mins Direct
    10:21
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:38
    13 mins Direct
    10:51
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:08
    12 mins Direct
    11:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:38
    13 mins Direct
    11:51
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:08
    12 mins Direct
    12:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:38
    12 mins Direct
    12:50
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:08
    12 mins Direct
    13:20
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:38
    13 mins Direct
    13:51
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:08
    13 mins Direct
    14:21
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:38
    13 mins Direct
    14:51
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:10
    12 mins Direct
    15:22
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:38
    12 mins Direct
    15:50
    Fairwater
    Cardiff Central
    Fairwater to Cardiff Central

About Fairwater Station

Station name Fairwater (FRW)
Address Fairwater station, Pwllmelin Road, Fairwater, South Glamorgan, CF5 3QE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Fairwater and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Fairwater and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fairwater and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

First class tickets on trains between Fairwater and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Fairwater and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 28 direct services per day from Fairwater to Cardiff Central

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Fairwater and Cardiff Central.

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