The average train between Nottingham and South Wales takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham to South 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 Nottingham and South Wales. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:08 PM which arrives into South Wales at 11:38 PM. 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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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham to South 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 Nottingham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at South Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Nottingham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Nottingham to South Wales train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Nottingham and South Wales is 206.9 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 4h 38m.