How to get from Cardiff to Torfaen by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Cardiff Central station to Cwmbran station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min.

30min
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Leaves from Cardiff Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Cardiff
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Crewe
  • 3
    Ride to train station Cwmbran
    Ride to train station
    Cwmbran
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cardiff Central station to Newport (S Wales) station. Next, take the X24 bus from Market Square 16, Newport station to Llantarnam Grange, Cwmbran station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min.

52min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - X24X24
Walk to Torfaen
Leaves from Cardiff Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Cardiff
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newport (S Wales)
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Market Square 16, Newport
    ID nwpgpjm
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - X24X24
    Wait for bus
    X24
    Cwmbran
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Llantarnam Grange, Cwmbran
    ID tordmjp
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Torfaen
    Walk to
    Torfaen
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cardiff to Torfaen

The distance between Cardiff, Wales and Torfaen, Wales is approximately 18.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 30 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cardiff to Torfaen 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 Cardiff

Cardiff is located at Cardiff, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Philharmonic, Cardiff.

Train stations close to Cardiff:

  • Heath

Bus stations close to Cardiff:

  • Philharmonic Jp, Cardiff
  • Lower St Mary Street Nb, Cardiff
  • Westgate Street Kh, Cardiff

Public transport stations close to Torfaen, Wales

Torfaen is located at Torfaen, Wales and the nearest public transport station is Cwmbran.

Bus stations close to Torfaen:

  • Cwmbran
  • Cwmbran Station Car Park, Cwmbran
  • Cwmbran Rail Station, Cwmbran

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Cardiff Central station to Newport (S Wales) station. Next, take the X24 bus from Market Square 16, Newport station to Llantarnam Grange, Cwmbran station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min.

52min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - X24X24
Walk to Torfaen
Leaves from Cardiff Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Cardiff
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newport (S Wales)
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Market Square 16, Newport
    ID nwpgpjm
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - X24X24
    Wait for bus
    X24
    Cwmbran
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Llantarnam Grange, Cwmbran
    ID tordmjp
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Torfaen
    Walk to
    Torfaen
    390 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 30 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cardiff to Torfaen?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line X24.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales in 30 min.

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

    The TRANSPORT FOR WALES train line goes from Crewe station near Cardiff to Cwmbran station near Torfaen in Wales.

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

    The total travel time between Cardiff and Torfaen in Wales by train is about 30 min.

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

    Get on the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from the Crewe station near Cardiff in Wales.

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

    Get off the train at the Cwmbran station, which is closest to Torfaen in Wales.

  • When is the last bus from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales?

    The last bus from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales is the Transport for Wales line. It leaves the Cardiff Central stop at 00:19.

  • When is the first train from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales?

    The first train from Cardiff to Torfaen in Wales is Transport for Wales. It leaves the Cardiff Central station at 09:30.

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