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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Wrexham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Wrexham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Wrexham station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wrexham Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wrexham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wrexham General and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Wrexham to Cardiff?

The distance between Wrexham and Cardiff is 136 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wrexham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £75.

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

The train from Wrexham General to Cardiff Central takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Wrexham to Cardiff bus from?

Wrexham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wrexham Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wrexham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Wrexham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Wrexham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Wrexham to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wrexham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wrexham to Cardiff?

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wrexham General to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 39m
£35–75
Drive 135.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wrexham to Cardiff135.6 mi
2h 53m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGma
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Sophia GardensGm4
5h 10m
£36–50

Wrexham to Cardiff by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.6 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 £35–75 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wrexham Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho in around 5h 10m.

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