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Trains from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street

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Trains to Cardiff Queen Street from Wellingborough

First train

03:51

Last train

21:50

Departure stationWellingborough
Arrival stationCardiff Queen Street
Journey time

From 3h 48m

Distance

121 miles (194 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

Check out the next trains departing from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street for Tuesday 6th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:5613:523h 56m, 3 changes
10:2714:223h 55m, 3 changes
10:5714:523h 55m, 3 changes
11:2715:223h 55m, 3 changes
11:5615:523h 56m, 3 changes
12:2716:223h 55m, 3 changes
12:5716:523h 55m, 3 changes
13:2717:223h 55m, 3 changes
13:5717:523h 55m, 3 changes
14:2318:223h 59m, 3 changes

Travelling from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street by train

If you're planning to travel from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street takes around 5 hours 3 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street.

You'll have to make 3 changes on your journey to Cardiff Queen Street, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry.

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Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

Want to know more about your journey from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

The fastest time a train can travel the 121 miles (194 km) from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street is 3 hours and 48 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

There are no direct trains that run between Wellingborough and Cardiff Queen Street. You’ll need to make at least 3 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

The train ride from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street covers a distance of around 121 miles (194 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 48 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Cardiff Queen Street from Wellingborough?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 48 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Wellingborough and Cardiff Queen Street is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street?

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If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Wellingborough to Cardiff Queen Street is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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