Wrexham to Cardiff by train

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Overview: trains from Wrexham to Cardiff

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wrexham to Cardiff, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:32 View journey
Last train 18:48 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 177
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey £34.77 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 40m
Train operators 3

Wrexham to Cardiff train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Wrexham to Cardiff take around 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 177 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Wrexham is scheduled to depart at around  06:34. The last departure is usually at around 18:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Wrexham at around 06:32, with the last train leaving at around 18:48. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £34.77.

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 Wrexham to Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train from Wrexham to Cardiff.

How long does it take to travel from Wrexham to Cardiff?

The Wrexham to Cardiff train travel takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Wrexham to Cardiff train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cardiff leaving Wrexham at around 06:34 and the last train leaving at around 18:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Wrexham at around 06:32, with the final departure at 18:48.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.