The average train between Cardiff and Northwich takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Northwich. 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 Cardiff and Northwich. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Northwich at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Northwich. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Northwich station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Cardiff to Northwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Northwich train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Cardiff to Northwich train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cardiff and Northwich is 202.8 km. The road distance is 263 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 57m.