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Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street by train

First train

05:03

Last train

22:00

Departure station

Chirk

Arrival station

Cardiff Queen Street

Journey time

From 2h 37m

Distance

100 miles (162 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Transport for Wales

Take the train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street in 2 hours 37 minutes

If you want to travel from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street by train to take around 4 hours 13 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 5 trains per day running on this route, which spans 100 miles (162 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cardiff Queen Street. You can travel with Transport for Wales trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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 Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street? 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 Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street take?

The average journey time by train between Chirk and Cardiff Queen Street is 4 hours and 13 minutes, with around 5 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 Chirk and Cardiff Queen Street by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street is 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street?

No, there are no direct train services from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street. Travelling from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street leave?

The first train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street leaves at 05:03. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street leave?

The last train from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street leaves at 22:00. 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 Chirk and Cardiff Queen Street by train?

Trains travelling from Chirk to Cardiff Queen Street cover a distance of around 100 miles (162 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Queen Street to Chirk.

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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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