The average train between Cardiff and Criccieth takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Criccieth. 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 Criccieth. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Criccieth at 12:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Criccieth? 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 Criccieth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Criccieth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Cardiff to Criccieth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Criccieth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Criccieth station.
Book your Cardiff to Criccieth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Criccieth is 175.5 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Criccieth via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 7h 16m.