Trains from Smithy Bridge
to Cardiff Central
From £44.10
Smithy Bridge to Cardiff Centralby train on average takes 4 hrs 17 mins
Smithy Bridge to Cardiff Central one way only
Cheapest Advance Single
from £44.10
* Cheapest Advanced Single available when booked 9 weeks in advance
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- Trains depart every 45 minutes
- First train leaves Smithy Bridge at 06:32
- Last train leaves Smithy Bridge at 20:33
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Smithy Bridge to Cardiff Central train times
| Last updated: 04:23:07
| Departs | Arrives | Train | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06:32 Smithy Bridge On Time | 10:49 Cardiff Central On Time | Anytime Day Single, Northern | 4h 17m, 2 changes | ||
07:31 Smithy Bridge On Time | 11:37 Cardiff Central On Time | Anytime Day Single, Northern | 4h 6m, 2 changes | ||
08:33 Smithy Bridge On Time | 12:45 Cardiff Central On Time | Anytime Day Single, Northern | 4h 12m, 2 changes | ||
09:33 Smithy Bridge On Time | 13:52 Cardiff Central On Time | Anytime Day Single, Northern | 4h 19m, 2 changes | ||
10:33 Smithy Bridge On Time | 14:44 Cardiff Central On Time | Anytime Day Single, Northern | 4h 11m, 2 changes |
Smithy Bridge facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeYes
- Prepurchase CollectionYes
- Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedYes
- Smartcard TopupYes
- Smartcard ValidatorYes
- Smartcard Comments
More information at www.northernrailway.co.uk/smart
- Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for Northern
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- Seated AreaNo
- Waiting RoomNo
There are no waiting rooms provided at the station. Shelters are provided on both platforms.
- Refreshment FacilitiesNo
- ToiletsNo
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Baby ChangeNo
- TelephonesNo
- Wi Fi
- Rail replacement locations
Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops next to the level crossing. (Station side for Rochdale, opposite side for Todmorden)
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- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing Levelunstaffed
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/08002006060 - Open
Open 0700-2200 7 days per week
- Information Available From StaffIf the station is unstaffed, please contact the customer relations team or onboard staff
- Information Services Open
Information available from Help Point 24/7.
- Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsYes
Platform 1
- Ticket gatesNo
- Parking
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - NameStation Car Park
- Spaces20
- Number Accessible Spaces0
- Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
- CctvNo
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces0
- ShelteredNo
- CctvNo
- TypeCompounds
- Accessibility
- Helpline
0800 138 5560 text relay 18001 0800 138 5560
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Helpline opening hoursMon-Sun 24h
- Staff Help AvailableNo
- Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
The card only machine is located adjacent to the path on the entrance to the Manchester bound platform
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Nearest stations with more facilitiesRochdale
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Step Free Access
- Category B Station
- Please note there are no tactile pavings at this station
There is level access to both of the platforms via road and level crossing. Step free access from car park to station entrance but have to cross road
To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here
- Ticket GatesNo
- Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
Step free access from car park to station entrance but have to cross road
Cardiff Central facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeYes
- Prepurchase CollectionTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes - Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedNo
- Smartcard TopupTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes - Smartcard ValidatorYes
- Penalty FaresTrain Operator: AW
Url: https://tfwrail.wales/policies-and-reports/revenue-protection-policy
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- First Class Lounge
Located on Platform 1
All First Class tickets accepted.
A comfortable modern lounge, with information screens, complimentary refreshments and a dedicated customer host ready to serve you.
Wi-Fi is available.
- Seated AreaYes
- Waiting Room
On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Refreshment FacilitiesYes
Cold drinks vending machine.
Hot drinks vending machine.
Food vending machine.
Marks and Spencers, WHSmith, Upper Crust and Warrens Bakery located at front concourse.
Upper Crust stall located on platform 1/2.
- ToiletsYes
The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Accessible toiletsYes
The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby ChangeYes
- TelephonesNo
- Wi FiYes
- Post BoxYes
At the Penarth Road entrance and also in the main concourse.
- Atm MachineYes
Located outside the main entrance.
- ShopsYes
There is a WHSmith and Marks and Spencers located on the concourse.
- Rail replacement locations
The rail replacement bus stop is at the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance).
- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- AvailableYes
- Location
The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Accessible toiletsYes
The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Wifi
- AvailableYes
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing LevelFull time
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Details
Url: https://tfwrail.wales/lost-property03333 211 202 - AvailableYes
- Operator Name
- Information Available From StaffYes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsNo
- Ticket gatesYes
- Parking
- Car Park 1
Notes
Operator Name: A P C O A
Name: Penarth Road
Spaces: 193
Number Accessible Spaces: 8
Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
Cctv: NoWebsite
https://www.apcoa.co.uk/tfwrOpening Times
Mon-Sun 24h - Car Park 2
Notes
Operator Name: A P C O A
Name: Riverside
Spaces: 110
Number Accessible Spaces: 7
Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
Cctv: YesWebsite
http://www.apcoa.co.uk/tfwrOpening Times
Mon-Sun 24h - Car Park 3
Notes
Operator Name: A P C O A
Name: Brewery Car Park
Spaces: 44
Number Accessible Spaces: 0
Accessible Car Park Equipment: No
Cctv: YesWebsite
https://www.apcoa.co.uk/tfwrOpening Times
Mon-Sun 24h
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces156
- ShelteredYes
- CctvYes
- Location
Cycle parking is available at a number of locations at Cardiff Central. Sheffield stands are provided at the east end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7. Sheffield stands are also located outside the southern entrance to the station. Wheelgrip stands and a shelter is located in the Riverside/Fish Jetty Car Park - adjacent to platform 0
- Annotation
Sheltered stands are available on each platform.
- TypeStands
- Accessibility
- Helpline
03333 211202
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Helpline opening hoursMon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00
- Staff Help Available
Monday to Friday 04:00 to 01:00
Saturday 04:00 to 00:30
Sunday 07:00 to 00:30
- Staff help available opening hoursMon-Fri 04:00 to 01:00
Sat 04:00 to 00:30
Sun 07:00 to 00:30 - Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
Ticket machines are located at the Penarth Road entrance and on the concourse.
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Accessible TaxisNo
- Accessible toiletsYes
The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Step Free Access
Category A.
Step free access is available to Platforms 0 to 8.
- Ticket GatesYes
Accessible gate available at each set of ticket gates
- Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
15 Spaces - (2 displayed bays on riverside car park). There are 20 minute bays in the Fish Jetty car park.
- Wheelchairs AvailableYes
- First Class lounge
- Details
Located on Platform 1
All First Class tickets accepted.
A comfortable modern lounge, with information screens, complimentary refreshments and a dedicated customer host ready to serve you.
Wi-Fi is available.
