The average train between Poynton and Cardiff takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Poynton 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 Poynton and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poynton is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Poynton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Poynton station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.
Poynton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stockport station.
Poynton to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Poynton to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Poynton and Cardiff is 220 km. The road distance is 270 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Stockport to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 3m.