Trains to Cardiff Queen Street from York
| First train | 04:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:48 | |
| Departure station | York | |
| Arrival station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Journey time | From 4h 27m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (309 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travel from York to Cardiff Queen Street by train in 4 hours 27 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from York to Cardiff Queen Street by train, look no further!
The average journey time from York to Cardiff Queen Street by train is 7 hours 33 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 27 minutes. You'll usually find 15 trains per day travelling the 192 miles (309 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Cardiff Queen Street. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Cardiff Queen Street, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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