The average train between Cardiff and Knighton takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Knighton. 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 4 hours between Cardiff and Knighton. The earliest departure is at 4:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Knighton at 5:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Knighton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at Craven Arms station via Craven Arms station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Cardiff to Knighton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Knighton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Craven Arms station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Knighton is 96.5 km. The road distance is 121 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Craven Arms hourly. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 1h 32m.