The average train between Cardiff and Cornwall takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Cornwall. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Cornwall? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Cornwall station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Cardiff to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Par station.
Book your Cardiff to Cornwall train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Cardiff and Cornwall is 161.5 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 5h 55m.