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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 5 trains that leave Crewe station (CRE) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 186 km
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3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h27 | 10:37 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h42 | 12:52 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h34 | 16:44 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 2h44 | 20:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:10 Crewe station (CRE) | 3h08 | 23:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Crewe station (CRE) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe station (CRE) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Crewe station (CRE) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
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Car Rental
- 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)
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