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It takes an average of 2h 58m to travel from Crewe to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 116 miles (186 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Crewe to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £28.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:10 | |
| Departure station | Crewe | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 25m | |
| Distance | 116 miles (186 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £28.50 | |
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Taking the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central in 2 hours 25 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 58 minutes to travel the 116 miles (186 km) from Crewe to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Cardiff Central.
Book train tickets from Crewe to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £28.50. 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 Cardiff Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Crewe to Cardiff Central starts at £28.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.