Travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff by train

Want to know how to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff take around 2 hours and 53 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 184 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stoke-on-Trent is scheduled to depart at around  06:06. The last departure is usually at around 22:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:08, with the last train leaving at around 23:33. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 46 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$342.55.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cardiff, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cardiff.

Is there a direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The journey between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train travel takes about 2 hours and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cardiff leaving Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:06 and the last train leaving at around 22:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:08, with the final departure at 23:33.