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It takes an average of 4h 13m to travel from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street by train, over a distance of around 115 miles (186 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street and tickets for this journey start from £43 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:30 | |
| Departure station | Crewe | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 115 miles (186 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street in 2 hours 42 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 13 minutes to travel the 115 miles (186 km) from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 23 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 Cardiff Queen Street. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £43.00. 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 Queen Street by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street?
The price of train tickets from Crewe to Cardiff Queen Street starts at £43 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.