Transport for Wales (TfW) Trains

Transport for Wales plays a vital role in connecting communities across Wales and into England.

TfW operates an extensive network covering Wales and key routes into England including major cities like Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool.

TfW Primary TfW Rail Routes

• North Wales Lines calling at Holyhead / Bangor / Llandudno to Manchester Piccadilly / Birmingham International (via Chester and Crewe) and Wrexham General to Liverpool Lime Street


• South Wales Valleys & Main Line calling at Cardiff Central to Swansea / Pembroke Dock / Milford Haven (serving Bridgend, Port Talbot and Carmarthen) and Cardiff Central to Holyhead (via Shrewsbury and North Wales Coast)


• Border Routes (Wales-England Connections) calling at Cardiff Central / Newport to London Paddington (via Bristol Parkway and Swindon) and Cardiff Central to Nottingham / Gloucester (via the Marches Line) and Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly (via Hereford and Crewe)


• Valleys Lines (Local Cardiff Network) calling at Cardiff Central to Aberdare / Merthyr Tydfil / Treherbert / Rhymney (serving the South Wales Valleys)

Facilities Onboard Transport for Wales Trains

TfW operates a mix of older diesel trains and newer Stadler FLIRT and CAF Civity trains, which are gradually being introduced to modernize the fleet.

Passenger facilities vary by service but generally include:

Seating Options

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating with tables on most services, along with overhead luggage racks.
• First Class (on select routes): More spacious seating with extra legroom, available on some long-distance services.

Food and Drink

• Onboard Catering: Some long-distance services offer a trolley service with snacks and drinks.
• Vending Machines: Available at major stations for quick refreshments.

Wi-Fi and Power Outlets

• Free Wi-Fi: Available on newer trains, including the Stadler FLIRT fleet.
• Power Sockets: USB and standard plug sockets are available in most carriages.
• Real-time journey updates via the TfW app and digital display announcements on newer trains.

TfW Accessibility & Passenger Services

• Wheelchair-accessible spaces and toilets on all trains.
• Audio-visual announcements and priority seating for passengers with disabilities.
• Assistance can be pre-booked for passengers needing extra help.
• Dedicated luggage racks and overhead storage.
• Bike spaces available (reservation recommended).

Although ticket offices and ticketing machines at most train stations sell Transport for Wales train tickets, purchasing your TfW Cymru train ticket online here is by far the simplest and usually a lot cheaper too.