Train Tickets to Cathays
Cardiff Central to Cathays
6m
Trefforest to Cathays
18m
Cardiff Queen Street to Cathays
2m
Train travel to Cathays guide
Which train companies run trains to Cathays?
Transport for Wales operate all services to and from Cathays, offering frequent routes throughout the UK.
What are Cathays's opening hours?
Typically 4:40 to 23:50, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.
Pick up & drop off at Cathays
Cathays offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.
Connectivity of the Cathays?
Popular destinations offering trains to and from Cathays include Cardiff, Cardiff Central, Cardiff Queen Street, Radyr and Llandaf. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.
Cathays live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Cathays, check now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
| Train | Time | Duration | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cathays to Cardiff Bay | 16:45 | 7m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Cathays to Pontypridd | 16:45 | 25m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Cathays to Aberdare | 17:02 | 1h 15m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Cathays to Treherbert | 17:03 | 1h 1m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Cathays to Merthyr Tydfil | 17:07 | 58m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Train | Time | Duration | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Bay to Cathays | 16:44 | 6m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Pontypridd to Cathays | 16:45 | 24m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays | 17:01 | 53m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Cardiff Central to Cathays | 17:02 | 6m | Transport for Wales | On time |
| Treherbert to Cathays | 17:07 | 58m | Transport for Wales | On time |
Station Details
Address:
Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LUTicket Office opening hours::
Monday to Friday open from 07:30:00 until 18:30:00
Saturday open from 09:30:00 until 15:30:00
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Services
Accessible Booking Office counter
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Accessible ticket machines
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