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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 17 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX), including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Y62730 · G383525:483h15Cardiff Central (CDF)9:03Wrexham General (WRX)£361One-way1 change- Y62764 · Y6171220:102h54Cardiff Central (CDF)23:04Wrexham General (WRX)£361One-way1 change
- G39013 · G3840821:263h02Cardiff Central (CDF)0:28Wrexham General (WRX)£361One-way1 change
- G390195:192h44Cardiff Central (CDF)8:03Wrexham General (WRX)£421One-way0 changes
- G38947 · G383567:533h10Cardiff Central (CDF)11:03Wrexham General (WRX)£421One-way1 change
- G390279:232h37Cardiff Central (CDF)12:00Wrexham General (WRX)£551One-way0 changes
- G3904017:222h38Cardiff Central (CDF)20:00Wrexham General (WRX)£421One-way0 changes
- G3903513:232h40Cardiff Central (CDF)16:03Wrexham General (WRX)£551One-way0 changes
- G3903211:232h40Cardiff Central (CDF)14:03Wrexham General (WRX)£571One-way0 changes
- G3903715:232h40Cardiff Central (CDF)18:03Wrexham General (WRX)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 175 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX):
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Wrexham General (WRX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 57m.
You'll arrive about 50m sooner (2h 38m by train vs 3h 28m by car). Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y62730 · G38352 | On time 5:48 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h15 | 9:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39024 | On time 7:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h44 | 10:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38947 · G38356 | On time 7:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h10 | 11:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39027 | On time 9:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h37 | 12:00 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38949 · G38361 | On time 9:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h10 | 13:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39032 | On time 11:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h40 | 14:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38953 · G38364 | On time 11:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h10 | 15:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39035 | On time 13:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h40 | 16:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38955 · G38368 | On time 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h10 | 17:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39037 | On time 15:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h40 | 18:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y63472 · G38371 | On time 16:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h47 | 19:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39040 | On time 17:22 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h38 | 20:00 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G38959 · G38374 | On time 17:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h10 | 21:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39042 | On time 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h42 | 22:20 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y62764 · Y61712 | On time 20:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h54 | 23:04 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| G39013 · G38408 | On time 21:26 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h02 | 0:28 Wrexham General (WRX) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| G39019 | 5:19 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h44 | 8:03 Wrexham General (WRX) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 20:26 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Wrexham General (WRX) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wrexham General (WRX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Wrexham General (WRX)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Wrexham General (WRX) trains use the Cardiff Central to Wrexham Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Wrexham General (WRX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Wrexham General from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham General train station facilities and services
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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