The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Kidsgrove
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Kidsgrove is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Kidsgrove will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Kidsgrove every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.


Live departures
Cardiff to Kidsgrove train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Kidsgrove trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:49 Cardiff | 3h34 | 08:23 Kidsgrove | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Kidsgrove
Trains from Cardiff to Kidsgrove run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 20:45 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Kidsgrove trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Kidsgrove from £98. 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 to Kidsgrove train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Kidsgrove 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 Kidsgrove, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Kidsgrove
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:30 Saturday 06:10 - 12:30 Sunday Closed None
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Level to Manchester to Stoke on Trent bound platform only. Access to all other platforms via footbridge only. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located inside the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located inside the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering, the bus / coach will collect from the entrance of the station car park.
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