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Cathays to Warrington Central by train

First train

15:30

Last train

15:30

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Warrington Central

Journey time

From 5h 0m

Distance

134 miles (215 km)

Changes

3 changes

Price

From £35.90

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Cathays to Warrington Central in 5 hours

If you want to travel from Cathays to Warrington Central by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Cathays to Warrington Central by train to take around 5 hours. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 134 miles (215 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Warrington Central. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Cathays to Warrington Central start from £35.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cathays to Warrington Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Cathays and Warrington Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cathays to Warrington Central is 5 hours and 0 minutes.

How much does the train from Cathays to Warrington Central cost?

Train ticket prices from Cathays to Warrington Central can start from as little as £35.90 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Cathays to Warrington Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Cathays to Warrington Central. Travelling from Cathays to Warrington Central by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Cathays to Warrington Central leave?

The first train from Cathays to Warrington Central leaves at 15:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cathays to Warrington Central leave?

The last train from Cathays to Warrington Central leaves at 15:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cathays and Warrington Central by train?

Trains travelling from Cathays to Warrington Central cover a distance of around 134 miles (215 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Cathays to Warrington Central

Train tickets from Cathays to Warrington Central start at £35.90 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cathays to Warrington Central is right for you.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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