The average train between Cardiff and Trefriw takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Trefriw. 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 5 times a day between Cardiff and Trefriw. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Trefriw at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Trefriw. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Trefriw station via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.
Cardiff to Trefriw train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Trefriw train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Trefriw is 191 km. The road distance is 326 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 54m.