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Trip Overview

The average train between Crewe and Cardiff takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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.

2h 39m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Crewe to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Crewe and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:17 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 58m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 3m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 2h 43m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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.

Map of how to get from Crewe to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 138 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Crewe, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Crewe to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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