The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Knutsford
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Knutsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Knutsford will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Cardiff to Knutsford you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Knutsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Knutsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £119. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £119, and a train costs an average of £119.
Distance: 210 km
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4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Knutsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Knutsford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:32 Cardiff | 4h19 | 08:51 Knutsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 05:19 Cardiff | 4h21 | 09:40 Knutsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:46 Cardiff | 4h07 | 10:53 Knutsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:19 Cardiff | 4h20 | 11:39 Knutsford | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:53 Cardiff | 3h58 | 11:51 Knutsford | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Knutsford
Trains from Cardiff to Knutsford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £119 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 210 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £119 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Knutsford trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Knutsford from £119. 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 Knutsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Knutsford 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 Knutsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Knutsford
- 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 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 12:10 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park - RingGo code 5703
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - separate level access to both Chester and Manchester platforms. Ticket office is on Manchester platform. Stepped bridge between platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Traveline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Adams Hill, near to Station Entrance. (Station side for Altrincham, opposite side for Chester)
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