How much does a train ticket from Llanelli to Cardiff cost?

The average train ticket price from Llanelli to Cardiff is $14. The best way to find train tickets from Llanelli to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Llanelli to Cardiff?

A train trip between Llanelli and Cardiff is around 1h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 45 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Llanelli and Cardiff?

The number of trains from Llanelli to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Llanelli to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Llanelli to Cardiff?

When taking the train from Llanelli to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cardiff?

Once in Cardiff, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Brecon Beacons National Park, Cardiff International White Water, St John the Baptist Church, Cardiff Castle, Wales Millennium Centre.

Train Llanelli to Cardiff from $9

Next departures

Next departures for Llanelli to Cardiff on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Llanelli	1h 40m	9:50am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
9:15am	Llanelli	1h 31m	10:46am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
8:10am	Llanelli	1h 40m	9:50am	Cardiff Central	No tags
9:15am	Llanelli	1h 31m	10:46am	Cardiff Central	No tags
3:10pm	Llanelli	1h 36m	4:46pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Llanelli to Cardiff on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50am	Llanelli	1h 59m	12:49pm	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
5:42pm	Llanelli	1h 35m	7:17pm	Cardiff Central	Fastest
10:50am	Llanelli	1h 59m	12:49pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
5:42pm	Llanelli	1h 35m	7:17pm	Cardiff Central	No tags
12:05pm	Llanelli	1h 43m	1:48pm	Cardiff Central	No tags

Next departures for Llanelli to Cardiff on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:20am	Llanelli	1h 26m	8:46am	Cardiff Central	Cheapest
7:56am	Llanelli	1h 20m	9:16am	Cardiff Central	Fastest
7:56am	Llanelli	1h 20m	9:16am	Cardiff Central	No tags
8:27am	Llanelli	1h 23m	9:50am	Cardiff Central	No tags
7:56am	Llanelli	1h 20m	9:16am	Cardiff Central	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Llanelli to Cardiff.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $12	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$9 - $44	Average Duration1h 26m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Llanelli to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Llanelli to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$14

Average train trip duration1h 26m

Number of daily trains6

Earliest train departure7:20am

Distance45 miles (71 km)

Latest train departure11:09pm

Train Companies

Transport for Wales

3.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Great Western Railway

4/541 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4.5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Llanelli to Cardiff Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/02

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10/03

$9

Today

$16

10/05

$9

10/06

$16

10/07

$9

10/08

$9

10/09

$9

The cheapest trip from Llanelli to Cardiff was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Llanelli to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $41 for a train ticket from Llanelli to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-10-05.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cardiff, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Llanelli and Cardiff, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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