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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Oswestry
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Trains from Cardiff to Oswestry run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 06:39 |
Last train 17:56 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Cardiff to Oswestry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Oswestry 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 Oswestry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Cardiff to Oswestry offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic Welsh countryside with views of rolling hills and quaint villages.
A day trip from Cardiff to Oswestry is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 21m. However, trains run 19 times per day. The distance is 154 km.
The train distance from Cardiff to Oswestry is 154 km.
Booking trains from Cardiff to Oswestry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cardiff to Oswestry covers a distance of 154 km and takes approximately 2h 21m. Trains run 19 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Cardiff to Oswestry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £48, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The first train from Cardiff to Oswestry leaves at 6:39.
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Oswestry is by train, costing approximately £48.
The last train from Cardiff to Oswestry departs at 17:56.
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Oswestry is Cardiff Central (CDF), and it arrives at Chirk station (CRK).
Trains from Cardiff to Oswestry run approximately 19 times per day.
To travel from Cardiff to Oswestry, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cardiff to Oswestry.
There is no night train service from Cardiff to Oswestry.
Two to three days in Oswestry is ideal to explore local attractions like the Oswestry Iron Age Hill Fort, the Cambrian Heritage Railways, and the charming town centre.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Cardiff to Oswestry.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Oswestry
Cardiff
Oswestry
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Cardiff Central
- 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)
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