How to get from Powys to Cardiff by train?

From Powys to Cardiff by train

To get from Powys to Cardiff in Wales, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Machynlleth station to Shrewsbury station. Next, take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Shrewsbury station to Cardiff Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 11 min.

251min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Machynlleth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Powys
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Shrewsbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Shrewsbury
    ID SHR
    73 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Swansea
  • 5
    Ride to train station Cardiff Central
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Central
    129 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Powys to Cardiff

The distance between Powys, Wales and Cardiff, Wales is approximately 270.84 km, which can typically be travelled in 251 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Powys to Cardiff by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Wales – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Powys

Powys is located at Powys, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Bus Depot, Machynlleth.

Bus stations close to Powys:

  • Bus Depot, Machynlleth
  • Machynlleth Town Clock, Machynlleth
  • Clock, Machynlleth

Public transport stations close to Cardiff, Wales

Cardiff is located at Cardiff, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Wood Street Jr, Cardiff.

Train stations close to Cardiff:

  • Cardiff Central
  • Heath

Bus stations close to Cardiff:

  • Wood Street Jr, Cardiff
  • Wood Street Ja, Cardiff
  • Westgate Street Kh, Cardiff

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Powys to Cardiff?

    The fastest way takes 251 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • Is there a direct train between Powys and Cardiff in Wales?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Powys to Cardiff in Wales?

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Shrewsbury station near Powys to Shrewsbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Shrewsbury station near Cardiff in Wales

  • How long does it take to travel from Powys to Cardiff in Wales by train?

    The total travel time between Powys and Cardiff in Wales by train is about 4 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Powys to get to Cardiff in Wales?

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Shrewsbury station near Powys in Wales.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Powys and Cardiff in Wales?

    Get off the train at the Shrewsbury station, which is closest to Cardiff in Wales.