The average train between Tywyn and Cardiff takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Tywyn 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 Tywyn and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 8:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tywyn is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tywyn 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 Tywyn to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Tywyn station and arriving at Cardiff station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Tywyn to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Tywyn to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Tywyn to Cardiff train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Tywyn and Cardiff is 137.7 km. The road distance is 289 km.
You can take a train from Tywyn to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 1m.