Cardiff to Wolverhampton by train

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Overview: trains from Cardiff to Wolverhampton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cardiff to Wolverhampton, 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 04:35 View journey
Last train 23:24 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 21m View journey
Distance (km) 144
Trains / day 53 View all
Cheapest journey €35.30 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 47m
Train operators 11

Travelling from Cardiff to Wolverhampton by train

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

The fastest trains from Cardiff to Wolverhampton take around 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 144 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cardiff is scheduled to depart at around  04:35. The last departure is usually at around 21:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cardiff at around 06:26, with the last train leaving at around 23:24. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 53 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €35.30.

We think any time is a great time to visit Wolverhampton, 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 Wolverhampton.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Wolverhampton?

The journey between Cardiff and Wolverhampton usually involves one change of train.

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

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

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

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

What are the Cardiff to Wolverhampton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Wolverhampton leaving Cardiff at around 04:35 and the last train leaving at around 21:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cardiff at around 06:26, with the final departure at 23:24.

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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.