The average train between Connahs Quay and Cardiff takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Connahs Quay 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 4 hours between Connahs Quay and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Connahs Quay is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Connahs Quay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Connahs Quay station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Connahs Quay to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Connahs Quay to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Connahs Quay and Cardiff is 193.6 km. The road distance is 250 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 55m.