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Trains from Ruabon (RUA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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19

train journeys
per day

102

miles (165 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 23:20

first / last train

7

direct trains

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ruabon (RUA) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Ruabon and Cardiff Central , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ruabon to Cardiff Central is approximately 102 miles (165 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 11 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ruabon and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ruabon to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Ruabon to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:54
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:42
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct
    09:19
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    11:17
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 1 change
    12:52
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:41
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    13:13
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    15:10
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 35 mins Direct
    17:12
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    18:56
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    2 hrs 41 mins Direct
    19:25
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:59
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    20:56
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:44
    2 hrs 44 mins Direct
    21:28
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:39
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    23:09
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:54
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    00:24
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:44
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    01:20
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:57
    8 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:48
    Ruabon
    Cardiff Central
    Ruabon to Cardiff Central

About Ruabon Station

Station name Ruabon (RUA)
Address Ruabon Station, Station Road, Ruabon, Wrexham, LL14 6DL
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Ruabon and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Ruabon and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ruabon and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:20.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Ruabon to Cardiff Central

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Ruabon and Cardiff Central.

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