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  1. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 6 estimated
    08:38
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 6 estimated
    09:11
    Crewe
    Platform 1 estimated
    10:14
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    13:20
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  2. on time
    Liverpool Central
    Platform 3
    08:45
    Liverpool Central
    Platform 3
    09:31
    Chester
    Platform 7B
    09:39
    Chester
    Platform 3 estimated
    10:04
    Crewe
    Platform 9 estimated
    10:14
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    13:20
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    2 changes
    Peak
  3. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:12
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 10 estimated
    10:55
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    11:11
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    13:51
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  4. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    10:38
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    11:12
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    12:13
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    14:48
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  5. on time
    Liverpool Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    11:15
    Liverpool Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    12:01
    Chester
    Platform 7B estimated
    12:29
    Chester
    Platform 2 estimated
    15:28
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  6. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    11:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    12:21
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    13:13
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    15:55
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  7. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    12:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    13:21
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    14:12
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    16:58
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  8. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    13:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    14:21
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    15:12
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    17:54
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  9. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    14:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    15:21
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    16:13
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    18:53
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 3 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
  10. on time
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    15:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    16:21
    Crewe
    Platform 5 estimated
    17:13
    Crewe
    Platform 6 estimated
    19:51
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 2 estimated
    on time
    Cardiff Central
    Platform 2 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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Journey information from Liverpool to Cardiff Central

  • Train Fares from: £29
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: 1 to 4

  • How long does it take to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff Central by train?

    The average journey time between Liverpool and Cardiff Central is . On an average weekday, there are 156 trains travelling from Liverpool to Cardiff Central. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Liverpool to Cardiff Central by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Liverpool to Cardiff Central cost?

    Train tickets from Liverpool to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Liverpool to Cardiff Central?

    No, it is not possible to travel from Liverpool to Cardiff Central without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Liverpool to Cardiff Central.

    No direct trains possible

  • What is the distance between Liverpool and Cardiff Central?

    The distance between Liverpool and Cardiff Central is 134 miles.

    Distance: 134 miles

  • What time is the first train from Liverpool to Cardiff Central?

    The first train from Liverpool to Cardiff Central departs at .

    What time is the last train from Liverpool to Cardiff Central?

    The last train from Liverpool to Cardiff Central departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Liverpool to Cardiff Central timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Liverpool to Cardiff Central for Sunday 24th Jan 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
08:3813:204h 42m, 1 change
08:4513:204h 35m, 2 changes
10:1213:513h 39m, 1 change
10:3814:484h 10m, 1 change
11:1515:284h 13m, 1 change
11:4715:554h 8m, 1 change
12:4716:584h 11m, 1 change
13:4717:544h 7m, 1 change
14:4718:534h 6m, 1 change
15:4719:514h 4m, 1 change

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Central to Liverpool.

How to find cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Cardiff Central

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

1 monthin advance‡
from£29
2 weeksin advance‡
from£32.90
1 weekin advance‡
from£38.50

Book in advance.

Save up to 61%** when you book in advance. Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket.

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool to Cardiff Central is right for you.

Use your Railcard.

National Railcards offer up to 1/3 off train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide. Save even more on UK train tickets with SplitSave, our latest app feature. Find out more about split tickets.

**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.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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