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It takes an average of 8h 57m to travel from Cardiff Central to Cardenden by train, over a distance of around 322 miles (519 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Cardenden and tickets for this journey start from £76.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:21 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Cardenden | |
| Journey time | From 7h 13m | |
| Distance | 322 miles (519 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £76.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Cardenden in 7 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Cardenden? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 57 minutes to travel the 322 miles (519 km) from Cardiff Central to Cardenden by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 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 Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail to Cardenden. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Cardenden in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £76.60. 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 Cardenden by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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