The average train between Wolverhampton and Cardiff takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Wolverhampton 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.
Trains run hourly between Wolverhampton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wolverhampton is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wolverhampton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Wolverhampton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Wolverhampton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Wolverhampton and Cardiff is 142.6 km. The road distance is 180 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 55m.