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9:532h59Cardiff12:52Telford£461One-way0 changes- 4:202h31Cardiff6:51Telford£771One-way0 changes
- 4:202h31Cardiff6:51Telford£771One-way0 changes
- 9:532h59Cardiff12:52Telford£461One-way0 changes
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Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Telford
The cheapest option from Cardiff to Telford is coach, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Telford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 142 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Telford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Telford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:20 Cardiff | 2h31 | 6:51 Telford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:53 Cardiff | 2h59 | 12:52 Telford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Telford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Telford
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Cardiff to Telford, including direct trains, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Lowest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cardiff to Telford trainsTransport for Wales, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff and Telford from £19. 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 Telford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Telford
Most Cardiff to Telford trains use the Cardiff Central to Telford Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Telford 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 Telford station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Telford Central from Telford city centre
Telford Central train station facilities and services
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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