Transport for Wales

Transport for Wales run trains across Wales and it’s borders to 248 stations a day-including Chester, Manchester, Cardiff, Birmingham, Liverpool, Shrewsbury, Holyhead and more. From Chester you can travel to Cardiff direct in 3.5 hours, and to Manchester in 1 hour 15 minutes.

When travelling with Transport for Wales be sure to make the most of what we can offer. Booking your trip couldn’t be easier. When you buy with Transport for Wales you benefit from no booking fees and no additional charges. We now have our very own app providing you with an easier way to plan your journeys and buy tickets. The app provides you with live updates on train times, making you aware of any delays and helping you track your journey.  Our capacity checker helps to give an indication of which trains may have seats available. On board you can benefit from Free Wifi, charging points and onboard catering*.

You can save up to half the price on your long-distance train journeys by booking Advance tickets, making re-connecting with friends and family more affordable. These typically go on sale up to 6 weeks before your journey, the further ahead you buy the lower these fares can be.

*Selected services