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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Wrexham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Wrexham is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Wrexham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Wrexham station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wrexham Bus Station via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Wrexham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wrexham General. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Wrexham?

The distance between Cardiff and Wrexham is 136 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wrexham without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £75.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wrexham bus from?

Cardiff to Wrexham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wrexham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Wrexham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wrexham is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Wrexham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Wrexham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Where does the Cardiff to Wrexham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Wrexham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Wrexham is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Wrexham.

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

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Where can I stay near Wrexham?

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Cardiff to Wrexham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Wrexham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham GeneralCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2h 40m
£35–75
Drive 135.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wrexham135.5 mi
2h 53m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGm4
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Wrexham Bus StationGma
5h 30m
£36–50

Cardiff to Wrexham by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Wrexham Bus Station via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho in around 5h 30m.

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