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Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) by train

First train

03:24

Last train

21:55

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Wellington (Shropshire)

Journey time

From 2h 19m

Distance

89 miles (144 km)

Frequency

30 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) by train

Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 28 minutes to travel from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 30 trains per day running along the 89 miles (144 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Wellington (Shropshire), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Wellington (Shropshire). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) take?

The average journey time by train between Cardiff Central and Wellington (Shropshire) is 3 hours and 28 minutes, with around 30 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff Central and Wellington (Shropshire) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) is 2 hours and 19 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire)?

No, there are no direct train services from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire). Travelling from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) leave?

The first train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) leaves at 03:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) leave?

The last train from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) leaves at 21:55. 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 Cardiff Central and Wellington (Shropshire) by train?

Trains travelling from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire) cover a distance of around 89 miles (144 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Wellington (Shropshire) to Cardiff Central.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Wellington (Shropshire)

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† 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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