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Trip Overview

The average train between Wrexham and Cardiff takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Wrexham 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.

2h 39m
Duration
136 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Wrexham to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Wrexham and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wrexham is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 1:31 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 36m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 53m • Direct
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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wrexham 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.

Map of how to get from Wrexham to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 135.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Wrexham, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Wrexham General to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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