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Liverpool to Cardiff University trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Liverpool and Cardiff University takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Liverpool to Cardiff University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 55m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Liverpool to Cardiff University train times

Trains run hourly between Liverpool and Cardiff University. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Cardiff University at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 44m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 27m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales4h 41m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 28m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 37m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 26m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsTransport for Wales3h 31m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Liverpool to Cardiff University? 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 Liverpool to Cardiff University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Cardiff University via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 4h 8m.

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