The average train between Welshpool and Cardiff takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Welshpool 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 every 2 hours between Welshpool and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Welshpool to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Welshpool to Cardiff train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Cardiff is 131.2 km. The road distance is 201 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 1m.