The average train between Horwich and Wales takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Horwich to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Horwich and Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Horwich is at 7:10 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Horwich to Wales. However, there are services departing from Horwich station and arriving at Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Horwich to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Horwich to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Horwich to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Horwich and Wales is 165.9 km. The road distance is 300 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m.