The average train between Telford and Cardiff takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is an hourly train service from Telford 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 Telford and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Telford is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Telford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Telford station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Telford to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Telford to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Telford to Cardiff train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Telford and Cardiff is 142.1 km. The road distance is 193 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 57m.