The average train between Nuneaton and Cardiff takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nuneaton is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Nuneaton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Nuneaton station and arriving at Cardiff station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Nuneaton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Nuneaton to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Nuneaton to Cardiff train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Nuneaton and Cardiff is 165 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Nuneaton to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 13m.