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Outbound fromCardiff Central to Warrington by train
It takes an average of 5h 6m to travel from Cardiff Central to Warrington by train, over a distance of around 135 miles (216 km). There are normally 92 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Warrington and tickets for this journey start from £39.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Warrington | |
| Journey time | From 3h 4m | |
| Distance | 135 miles (216 km) | |
| Frequency | 92 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £39.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Cardiff Central to Warrington
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The train from Cardiff Central to Warrington usually takes 5 hours 6 minutes on average to travel 135 miles (216 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 4 minutes. You can expect to find 92 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Warrington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Cardiff Central to Warrington if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £39.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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