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Trains from Porthmadog (PTM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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7

train journeys
per day

108

miles (174 kms)

5hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:53 / 21:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Porthmadog (PTM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Porthmadog and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Porthmadog to Cardiff Central is approximately 108 miles (174 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Porthmadog to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Porthmadog to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    5 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:42
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    5 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:02
    5 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:01
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:06
    6 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    00:24
    Porthmadog
    Cardiff Central
    Porthmadog to Cardiff Central

About Porthmadog Station

Station name Porthmadog (PTM)
Address Porthmadog station, High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9HT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
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 Porthmadog and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Porthmadog and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Porthmadog and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Porthmadog & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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