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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Llanelli (LLE)

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37

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

1hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 01:09

first / last train

27

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Llanelli (LLE)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Llanelli , with 27 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Llanelli is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 34 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Llanelli.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Llanelli. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Llanelli Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:35
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    07:13
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:22
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    08:05
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:44
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    08:05
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:44
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    08:13
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:16
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    08:42
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:45
    1 hrs 38 mins Direct
    09:23
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:08
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    09:28
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:42
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    10:02
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:00
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    10:19
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:40
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:06
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    11:23
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:39
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:57
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:49
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    12:09
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:39
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    12:55
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:04
    1 hrs 22 mins Direct
    13:26
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:41
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:02
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:55
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:15
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:38
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:58
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:49
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    15:18
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:46
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    16:02
    Cardiff Central
    Llanelli
    Cardiff Central to Llanelli

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Llanelli Station

Station name Llanelli (LLE)
Address Llanelli station, Great Western Crescent, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 2RN
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 12:40
Saturday 07:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Llanelli

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Llanelli by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Llanelli vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Llanelli can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 27 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Llanelli

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Llanelli.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Llanelli, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.