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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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18

train journeys
per day

184

miles (296 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:44 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Cardiff Central is approximately 184 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 20th May
    06:44
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    07:43
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    08:39
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    09:40
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    09:57
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    11:40
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    12:43
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    13:43
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    14:43
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    15:39
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    16:43
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    17:43
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    18:10
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    19:15
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    20:43
    10 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    21:38
    10 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    22:38
    11 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 20th May
    23:41
    11 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Carnforth
    Cardiff Central
    Carnforth to Cardiff Central

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carnforth and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Carnforth and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Carnforth and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Carnforth and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carnforth & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carnforth and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.