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It takes an average of 4h 50m to travel from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central by train, over a distance of around 109 miles (175 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central and tickets for this journey start from £32.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Wrexham Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 109 miles (175 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £32.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central in 3 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 50 minutes to travel the 109 miles (175 km) from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Wrexham Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £32.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Wrexham Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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