If you’re travelling from Chepstow to Cardiff, catching a train allows you a hassle-free journey, and only takes from around 30 minutes.

We have some great deals on tickets, including Advance and Anytime options, and with services running throughout the day, you can pick the time that suits you best. The Welsh capital of Cardiff sees over 20 million visitors each year, making it the most popular tourist destination in Wales. This bustling city is vibrant and modern, yet it also exudes culture and history with its many landmarks that date back to medieval times.

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Cardiff has the largest concentration of medieval castles in the world, but the 11th century Cardiff Castle, sitting in the heart of the city, is well worth a visit. Built by Norman invaders on the site of a Roman fort, this well-preserved monument to ages past is surrounded by glorious parkland, home to the popular open air theatre, hosting plays, live music - Sir Tom Jones, for example, has played here several times, and more. 

But the contemporary buildings in Cardiff are just as majestic. For instance, there's the Wales Millenium Centre, which is very recognisable thanks to its giant inscription on the front. There's also the 74,000-seater Principality 
Stadium, which is the home of Welsh rugby.

Cardiff Bay offers a picturesque waterfront, and also houses an eclectic mixture of attractions, such as the Water Activity Centre, Mermaid Quay, and Techniquest. With something to suit everyone, you could easily spend the entire day just exploring this area. So, if you plan to stay a little longer, why not book a room at the Coal Exchange, which used to be the hub of the coal industry in Wales. Now a sumptuous hotel, it’s designed in a Renaissance Revival style, and is a good example of how history and modernity converge in Cardiff.

Whether for business or for pleasure, use our downloadable app to plan your trip to Cardiff. Exploring Wales has never been simpler, thanks to an easy-to-use interface with timetables, real-time train status updates and our latest offers and deals.