What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruabon?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruabon is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruabon?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruabon is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £50 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ruabon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ruabon. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ruabon?

The distance between Cardiff and Ruabon is 132 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Ruabon without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ruabon without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Ruabon?

The train from Cardiff Central to Ruabon takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ruabon train from?

Cardiff to Ruabon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Ruabon train arrive?

Cardiff to Ruabon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ruabon station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ruabon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ruabon is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Ruabon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ruabon?

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Where can I stay near Ruabon?

There are 881+ hotels available in Ruabon.

Cardiff to Ruabon - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Ruabon by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ruabontrain Cardiff Central - Chester / ...
2h 33m
£50–110
Drive 130.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ruaboncar 130.1 mi
2h 44m
£32–46
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ruabontrain Shrewsbury - Chester / ...
3h 6m
£42–66

Cardiff to Ruabon by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Ruabon every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 2h 33m.

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