The cheapest and fastest trains from Cross Gates to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£192
Average price
£210
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cross Gates to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cross Gates to Cardiff will cost around £210 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £192.
To travel from Cross Gates to Cardiff you need to make at least 2 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cross Gates to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cross Gates to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £192.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£238 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cross Gates to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Cross Gates to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 30 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:16 Cross Gates | 5h09 | 15:25 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:33 Cross Gates | 4h36 | 15:09 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:16 Cross Gates | 5h09 | 16:25 Cardiff | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:33 Cross Gates | 4h35 | 16:08 Cardiff | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:16 Cross Gates | 5h10 | 17:26 Cardiff | 3 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Cross Gates to Cardiff by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cross Gates to Cardiff
Trains from Cross Gates to Cardiff run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £192 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £192 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 17:45 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Cross Gates to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Cross Gates and Cardiff from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Cross Gates to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cross Gates 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.

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