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Wrexham Museum
Wrexham’s main museum, covering local history, archaeology and industry. A practical first stop for understanding the town and county borough.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
12 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
16 m
Trains on 17 Sept
20
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gobowen to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gobowen to Wrexham will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 20 trains from Gobowen to Wrexham, including 20 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gobowen to Wrexham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gobowen to Wrexham:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gobowen to Wrexham costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Wrexham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.16. The journey takes 24m versus 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Gobowen to Wrexham trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:45 Gobowen | 0h17 | 23:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:54 Gobowen | 0h17 | 0:11 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
![]() | 5:55 Gobowen | 0h18 | 6:13 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:32 Gobowen | 0h18 | 6:50 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:44 Gobowen | 0h17 | 8:01 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Gobowen | 0h17 | 9:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:43 Gobowen | 0h18 | 10:01 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:44 Gobowen | 0h17 | 11:01 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Gobowen | 0h18 | 12:03 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:43 Gobowen | 0h17 | 13:00 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:44 Gobowen | 0h18 | 14:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:43 Gobowen | 0h17 | 15:00 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:44 Gobowen | 0h18 | 16:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:43 Gobowen | 0h17 | 17:00 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Gobowen | 0h17 | 18:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Gobowen | 0h17 | 19:02 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:46 Gobowen | 0h12 | 19:58 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:59 Gobowen | 0h17 | 20:16 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:44 Gobowen | 0h17 | 21:01 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:02 Gobowen | 0h18 | 22:20 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Gobowen to Wrexham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 12m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Wrexham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wrexham trip today.
Wrexham’s main museum, covering local history, archaeology and industry. A practical first stop for understanding the town and county borough.
Small museum celebrating football in Wrexham, with club stories and memorabilia. A strong pick for supporters and recent visitors to the city.
Working heritage site with restored engines and displays on local industry. Visit for hands-on insight into Wrexham’s mining past.
Scenic canal-side walk around the aqueduct and valley. Popular for peaceful strolls, boat watching and broad views over the Dee.
Large urban park with formal gardens, open lawns and sports areas. Ideal for a relaxed walk close to the town centre.
Country park with woodland trails, picnic spots and heritage features. A good local favourite for gentle walks and fresh air.
Welsh rarebit is toasted bread topped with a savoury cheese, ale and mustard sauce. It is a classic Welsh comfort dish widely eaten across north-east Wales.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth of lamb or beef with leeks, potatoes and root vegetables. It is cherished as a hearty staple in Welsh homes and pubs.
Bara brith is a Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and spice, usually served sliced with butter. It is a much-loved teatime bake across the region.
Stylish restaurant at Holt Lodge Hotel with modern British cooking, steaks and a relaxed dining room suited to a longer meal.
Popular gastropub known for well-kept beer, classic pub meals and a friendly atmosphere just outside central Wrexham.
Traditional pub near the city centre serving cask ales and hearty British dishes in a historic, characterful setting.
Wrexham is moderate by UK standards, with fairly priced stays, pub meals and local transport compared with larger tourist cities such as Cardiff or Manchester.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Wrexham General -> Eagles Meadow, Wrexham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gobowen to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gobowen to Wrexham trains use the Gobowen to Wrexham General station pair. Use this guide to compare Gobowen and Wrexham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gobowen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Gobowen. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gobowen: Parking.
Available at Gobowen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gobowen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) via a path with slight gradient from the main road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester) via a path from the main road, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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