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It takes an average of 5h 37m to travel from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 132 miles (213 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £37 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:01 | |
| Departure station | Upton (Merseyside) | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 43m | |
| Distance | 132 miles (213 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £37 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central in 3 hours 43 minutes
If you want to travel from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central by train to take around 5 hours 37 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 17 trains per day running on this route, which spans 132 miles (213 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Cardiff Central. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Upton (Merseyside) to Cardiff Central start from £37.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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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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
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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