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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 29m
Duration
153 mi
Distance
£63
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands Railways3h 31m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 1m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesEast Midlands Railways3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 8m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 8m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 8m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 7m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 11m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 23m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 8m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands Trains3h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 152.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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