The average train between Walsall and Cardiff takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Walsall 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 Walsall and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walsall is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Walsall station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Walsall to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Walsall to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Walsall to Cardiff train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Walsall and Cardiff is 147.6 km. The road distance is 191 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 55m.