It takes an average of 7h 58m to travel from Durham to Cardiff Central by train, over a distance of around 238 miles (382 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Durham to Cardiff Central and tickets for this journey start from £63.30 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:38 | |
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Last train | 22:12 | |
Departure station | Durham | |
Arrival station | Cardiff Central | |
Journey time | From 4h 49m | |
Distance | 238 miles (382 km) | |
Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £63.30 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Thinking about taking the train from Durham to Cardiff Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 58 minutes to travel the 238 miles (382 km) from Durham to Cardiff Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 29 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Cardiff Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Durham to Cardiff Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £63.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cardiff Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Durham and Cardiff Central is 7 hours and 58 minutes, with around 29 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Durham to Cardiff Central is 4 hours and 49 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Durham to Cardiff Central can start from as little as £63.30 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Durham to Cardiff Central. Travelling from Durham to Cardiff Central by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Durham to Cardiff Central leaves at 03:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Durham to Cardiff Central leaves at 22:12. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Durham to Cardiff Central cover a distance of around 238 miles (382 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cardiff Central to Durham.
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