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Trip Overview

The average train between Wales and Cardiff takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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.

4h 40m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£105
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wales to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Wales and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)11h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 17m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 26m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 44m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 50m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 203.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Wales, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 28m.

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