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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Ruabon
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Ruabon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Ruabon will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 18 trains that leave Cardiff for Ruabon every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
5:192h36Cardiff7:55Ruabon£581One-way0 changes- 7:192h35Cardiff9:54Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 9:232h33Cardiff11:56Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 11:232h32Cardiff13:55Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 13:232h32Cardiff15:55Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 11:232h32Cardiff13:55Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 13:232h32Cardiff15:55Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 9:232h33Cardiff11:56Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 15:232h33Cardiff17:56Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
- 7:192h35Cardiff9:54Ruabon£581One-way0 changes
Live departures
Cardiff to Ruabon train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Ruabon trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:30 Cardiff | 2h30 | 15:00 Ruabon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Ruabon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Ruabon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Ruabon trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Ruabon from £58. 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 Ruabon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Ruabon 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 Ruabon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Ruabon
Most Cardiff to Ruabon trains use the Cardiff Central to Ruabon station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Ruabon 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.
Which Ruabon station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Ruabon from Ruabon city centre
Ruabon train station facilities and services
Ruabon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ruabon: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ruabon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Access to Platform 1 (to Chester) is via a footbridge with 52 steps. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Wrexham) from the station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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