The average train between Wales and Cardiff takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales to Cardiff? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Cardiff station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Wales to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Wales to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Wales to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Cardiff is 243.9 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 32m.