The average train between Lancashire and Wales takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancashire 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 every 2 hours between Lancashire and Wales. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancashire is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Wales at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lancashire to Wales? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Wales. However, there are services departing from Lancashire station and arriving at Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
Lancashire to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Lancashire to Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Lancashire to Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Lancashire and Wales is 190.2 km. The road distance is 319 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m.