The average train between Cardiff and Pwllheli takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Pwllheli. 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 Pwllheli. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Pwllheli at 12:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Pwllheli? 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 Pwllheli. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Pwllheli station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Cardiff to Pwllheli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Pwllheli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pwllheli station.
Book your Cardiff to Pwllheli train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cardiff and Pwllheli is 177.9 km. The road distance is 359 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Pwllheli via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 7h 32m.