The Railway Inn in Cardiff: photos, reviews

About

The Railway Inn, conveniently located in Cardiff, offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for catching up with friends over a drink. Known for its budget-friendly prices and impressive 4.5-star rating on Google, this spot is a favorite among locals. Patrons can enjoy a game or two on screen with a drink in hand, choosing from a selection of beers, wines, and other spirits. The outdoor seating provides a relaxed setting, ideal for those mild evenings. The pub carries with it a bit of history, being situated near where the Ely Main Line railway station once buzzed with activity. This beloved spot is known for its welcoming vibe, making everyone-from regulars to new visitors-feel right at home.

Price

$$$$

Services

Outdoor seating

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine

Payment

Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Casual

Best for

Meet up with friends

4.5

based on 64 reviews

Google

4.5/5 64 reviews

Les Spaine

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Ely Main Line railway station served the suburb of Ely, Cardiff until the 1960s. The station opened with the opening of the South Wales Railway to serve what was then a growing suburb. In the early 20th Century, over 400,000 tickets were issued each year (due in part to close proximity to the Ely Racecourse), and the station also handled high volumes of freight from the Ely Paper Mills and Creswell's Brewery. After the 1923 grouping of railway companies, the suffix 'Main Line' was added (the Great Western Railway added suffixes to many stations in South Wales at around this time to ease confusion). Despite its earlier popularity, the station's profits slumped in the postwar years. After April 1959, only four trains per day (two in each direction) called at Ely Main Line, and the weekend services were withdrawn. The station closed in 1962 (before the Beeching Axe) when British Railways discontinued passenger services between Cardiff Clarence Road and Pontypridd via St Fagans on economic grounds. At least two different dates for passenger closure have appeared in print: 10 April 1962, and September 1962. Freight closure followed in 1963, and the sidings nearby went out of use in 1964. #elycardiff #Ely

Jason Wilcock

top pub

Robert Frost

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

As an Aussie traveller.. I got a warm welcome from the locals, and an even warmer welcome from the bartenders. Will pop in every night I'm in Cardiff. If you're looking for a taste of home away from home, this is the place.

What is the address of The Railway Inn?
The Railway Inn is located at 144 Ely Rd, CF5 3AB, Cardiff, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Ely Road (87 m walk)
- Bus stop Ely Bridge (215 m walk)
- Bus stop Waungron Road (215 m walk)
- Bus station Waungron Park Station (271 m walk)
How is The Railway Inn rated by visitors?
The Railway Inn has an average rating of 4.5 based on 64 reviews across platforms such as Google.
Does the venue have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.

The Railway Inn in Cardiff