The average train between Criccieth and Cardiff takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Criccieth to Cardiff. 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 Criccieth and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Criccieth is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Criccieth to Cardiff? 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 Criccieth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Criccieth station and arriving at Cardiff station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Criccieth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Criccieth station.
Criccieth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Criccieth to Cardiff train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Criccieth and Cardiff is 175.5 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Criccieth to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 47m.