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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Cardiff will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave Crewe for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
7:102h39Crewe9:49Cardiff£431One-way0 changes- 8:102h39Crewe10:49Cardiff£531One-way0 changes
- 8:102h39Crewe10:49Cardiff£531One-way0 changes
- 7:102h39Crewe9:49Cardiff£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Crewe to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 187 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£51 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Crewe to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Cardiff 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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| 7:10 Crewe | 2h39 | 9:49 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Crewe | 2h39 | 10:49 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Cardiff
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Trains from Crewe to Cardiff run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 2:37 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Crewe to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Crewe and Cardiff from £12. 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 to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crewe and Cardiff
Most Crewe to Cardiff trains use the Crewe to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Crewe and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Crewe station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Crewe from Crewe city centre
Crewe is 1 km from Crewe city centre. Public transport options include:
Crewe train station facilities and services
Crewe has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Crewe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Crewe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Crewe. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Crewe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Crewe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Crewe: 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.
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.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Llanishen from Cardiff city centre
Llanishen is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Llanishen train station facilities and services
Llanishen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanishen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanishen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanishen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanishen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Rhymney) via the car park. There are two routes onto the platform, one with a steep gradient and one with a moderate gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a roadbridge with a walkway but no pavement, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No.
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