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It takes an average of 4h 9m to travel from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 109 miles (175 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £23.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:52 | |
| Departure station | Wrexham Central | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 109 miles (175 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central in 2 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 9 minutes to travel the 109 miles (175 km) from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 24 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 Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Wrexham Central to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.10. 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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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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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