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Trip Overview

The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff. 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 43m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 25m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country8h 41m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryCross Country3h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff? 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 151.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 37m.

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