The average train between Worcester and Risca takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester to Risca. 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 Worcester and Risca. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Risca at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Gloucester and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Worcester to Risca? 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 Worcester to Risca. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill station and arriving at Newport (S Wales) station via Gloucester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Worcester to Risca train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Worcester to Risca train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
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The distance between Worcester and Risca is 88.5 km. The road distance is 109 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Risca & Pontymister via Gloucester and Newport (S Wales) in around 2h 47m.