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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ruabon to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ruabon to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ruabon to Cardiff will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ruabon for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
Live departures
Ruabon to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Ruabon to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:53 Ruabon | 3h06 | 07:59 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ruabon to Cardiff
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Trains from Ruabon to Cardiff run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 21:44 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Ruabon to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Ruabon and Cardiff from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ruabon to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ruabon 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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Important Stations and Airports in Ruabon and Cardiff
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Lost and Found Office
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Access to Platform 1 (to Chester) is via a footbridge with 52 steps. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Wrexham) from the station entrance
- 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: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop in the bus turning circle outside the station
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- 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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