The average train between Shifnal and Cardiff takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Shifnal 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 Shifnal and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Shifnal is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 26m • 1 change

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2h 26m • 1 change

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No, there is no direct train from Shifnal to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Shifnal station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Shifnal to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shifnal to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Shifnal to Cardiff train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Shifnal and Cardiff is 143.1 km. The road distance is 198 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 57m.