The average train between Cardiff and Lichfield takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Lichfield. 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 Cardiff and Lichfield. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Lichfield at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Lichfield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Cardiff to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lichfield City station.
Book your Cardiff to Lichfield train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Cardiff and Lichfield is 162.5 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 59m.