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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Cardiff 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 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 183 km
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:04 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h22 | 11:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh
There are regular flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh every day. The fastest way to fly between these two cities is on non-stop flights, available each day. These direct flights take just under an hour and 20 minutes. Indirect flights, requiring one or more layovers, can take more than four hours of flying time.
Which airlines fly from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The only airline operating non-stop flights between these two cities is Flybe. Air France, KLM and Alitalia offer some of the indirect flights. All other indirect flights are from airlines in conjunction with each other. These are Air France with KLM and KLM with TAM.
How long is the flight from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
The fastest flights between these two cities are the non-stop flights, available several times a day. These direct flights take less than an hour and 20 minutes of flying time. The frequent indirect flights, requiring one or more layovers at other airports, can take more than four hours of flying time.
How many flights are there from Cardiff to Edinbugh?
There are three direct flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh every weekday with two daily direct flights on both Saturdays and Sundays. Indirect flights are plentiful, with up to seven flights requiring at least one change available every day of the week. The first flights leave early in the morning on weekdays and a little later at weekends. There are flights throughout the day, with most taking off in the morning and late afternoon peak hours.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Cardiff to Edinburgh?
Departure airport: Cardiff Airport, about 12 miles from the city centre, is the departure point for these flights. A regular bus service takes passengers from the city centre in just over half an hour. Shuttle buses are available from the nearest railway station with half an hour's train journey time to the city centre. Among the facilities at the airport are shops, food outlets, a currency exchange, public toilets and cash points.
Arrival airport: Edinburgh Airport, some nine miles from the city centre, is where flights arrive. Efficient tram and bus services make the journey to the city centre in about half an hour. Among the facilities at this busy airport are shops, food outlets, cafes, a currency exchange, left luggage facilities, public toilets and cash points.
FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff
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- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- 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 taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- 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 accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- 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 front of the station.
ParkingDining
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HotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- 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.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:30 Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse to the right of the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Travelodge
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: to the right of the station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Limited service from stop outside station Mondays to Fridays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For services towards Cardiff Central use the bus stop at the front of the station. For services towards Cathays use the bus stop in front of the shop opposite the station entrance. Please ask a member of station staff if you are unsure of which stop to use.
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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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