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Trains from Llanelli (LLE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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36

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

1hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:01 / 00:16

first / last train

27

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Llanelli (LLE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Llanelli and Cardiff Central , with 27 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Llanelli to Cardiff Central is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Llanelli to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Llanelli to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:01
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    06:19
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 33 mins Direct
    07:48
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    1 hrs 34 mins Direct
    08:07
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    08:47
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    09:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    09:49
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 28 mins Direct
    10:13
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    10:49
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    11:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    11:51
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:56
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    12:47
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    13:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    13:54
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:59
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:34
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    14:58
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:11
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    15:26
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:24
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    15:44
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    16:15
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli to Cardiff Central

About Llanelli Station

Station name Llanelli (LLE)
Address Llanelli station, Great Western Crescent, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 2RN
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 12:40
Saturday 07:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Llanelli and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Llanelli and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Llanelli and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 27 direct services per day from Llanelli to Cardiff Central

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

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