The average train between Cornwall and South Wales takes 8h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall to South Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cornwall and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into South Wales at 2:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 8h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall to South Wales? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at South Wales station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.
Cornwall to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to South Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Cornwall to South Wales train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Cornwall and South Wales is 171.1 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Cwmbach via Par, Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 24m.