The average train between Lichfield and Cardiff takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Lichfield 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 hourly between Lichfield and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Cardiff station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Lichfield to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield City station.
Lichfield to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Lichfield to Cardiff train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Lichfield and Cardiff is 162.5 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Lichfield City to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 21m.