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Trains from Crewe to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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39

train journeys
per day

115

miles (186 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

04:54 / 23:53

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Crewe to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Crewe and Cardiff Central , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Crewe to Cardiff Central is approximately 115 miles (186 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 25 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Crewe and Cardiff Central.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Crewe to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Crewe to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:54
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    07:48
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:58
    2 hrs 56 mins Direct
    08:54
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 45 mins Direct
    09:54
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct
    10:48
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    11:53
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 42 mins Direct
    12:52
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:24
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    13:42
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:24
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    14:45
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    15:42
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:25
    Crewe
    Cardiff Central
    Crewe to Cardiff Central

About Crewe Station

Station name Crewe (CRE)
Address Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Crewe and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Crewe and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Crewe and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Crewe and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Crewe to Cardiff Central

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Crewe and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Crewe and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.