The average train between Bilston and Cardiff takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Bilston 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 Bilston and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilston is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Grand Central and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Bilston 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bilston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bilston station and arriving at Cardiff station via Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Bilston to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Metro, depart from Bilston Central station.
Bilston to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Metro, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between Bilston and Cardiff is 142.5 km. The road distance is 189 km.
You can take a vehicle from Bilston Central to Cardiff Central via Grand Central, Birmingham New Street, and Hereford in around 4h 22m.