The average train between Atherstone and Cardiff takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Atherstone 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 every 2 hours between Atherstone and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Atherstone is at 7:03 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Atherstone to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Atherstone station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Atherstone to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Tamworth High Level station.
Atherstone to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Atherstone to Cardiff train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Atherstone and Cardiff is 165.6 km. The road distance is 213 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Tamworth High Level to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 22m.