- Address
- Cardiff, CF14 2TL
- Run by
- Velindre University NHS Trust
- Type
- Specialist
- Region
- Velindre University NHS Trust, Wales
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Waiting times
We don't have published waiting time figures for Velindre University NHS Trust yet. Ask your GP or the hospital about current waits for your treatment. Our NHS waiting times guide explains how waits work.
Waiting times at nearby NHS hospitals
In England you can usually choose which hospital you're referred to, so it's worth comparing.
| Hospital | Typical wait | Under 26 weeks | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales Cardiff |
18 weeks | 63% | under 1 mile |
| University Hospital of Wales Cardiff |
18 weeks | 63% | under 1 mile |
| Cardiff Royal Infirmary Cardiff |
18 weeks | 63% | 3 miles |
| St David's Hospital Cardiff |
18 weeks | 63% | 3 miles |
| University Hospital Llandough Penarth |
18 weeks | 63% | 6 miles |
| Dewi Sant Hospital Pontypridd |
16 weeks | 67% | 8 miles |
Typical wait across all specialties for each hospital's trust or health board. "Not published" means the latest official figures don't include that hospital's trust. Tap a hospital to see waits by specialty.
Nearest private hospitals
| Private hospital | Group | CQC rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Cardiff Hospital | Spire Healthcare | — | 2.2 miles |
| Priory Hospital Cardiff | Priory Group | — | 3.1 miles |
| Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 3.3 miles |
| Pinetree Court Hospital | Iris Care Group | — | 4.0 miles |
| Nuffield Health The Vale Hospital | Nuffield Health | — | 8.5 miles |
Straight-line distances from the centre of this hospital's postcode district.
What it costs to go private
| Treatment | Typical self-pay price | |
|---|---|---|
| MRI scan | £250–£700 per body part | Price guide → |
| Private consultant appointment | £150–£300 | Price guide → |
UK-wide ranges from prices published by private hospitals. Ask any hospital above for a written quote.
Other NHS hospitals nearby
- University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff (under 1 mile)
- University Hospital Llandough, Penarth (6 miles)
- Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant (9 miles)
- Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach (9 miles)
- Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport (10 miles)
Questions and answers
How long are waiting times at Velindre Cancer Centre?
We don't have published waiting time figures for Velindre University NHS Trust at the moment. Ask your GP or the hospital about current waits for your treatment, or compare waits at nearby NHS hospitals. Check waiting times at nearby NHS hospitals →
Where is the nearest private hospital to Velindre Cancer Centre?
The nearest private hospital we list is Spire Cardiff Hospital, about 2 miles away by straight-line distance. There are 5 private hospitals within 40 miles on this page. See the nearest private hospitals →
Can I pay to go private instead of waiting?
Yes. You can pay for a private consultation or treatment yourself, or use health insurance if you have it and the condition started after your cover began. You can usually go back to the NHS waiting list afterwards if you want to. Our price guides show typical self-pay costs.
Hospital details come from Wales's NHS organisation data. Check with the hospital before you travel, as services and departments change.