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Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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18

train journeys
per day

161

miles (259 kms)

4hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Accrington 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 Accrington to Cardiff Central is approximately 161 miles (259 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Accrington to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Accrington to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:42
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:45
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:24
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:24
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:42
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:24
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:24
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:24
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:24
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:12
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    00:24
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:24
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    01:23
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:24
    10 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:24
    10 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:25
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:28
    10 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Accrington
    Cardiff Central
    Accrington to Cardiff Central

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
Address Accrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Accrington and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Accrington and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Accrington 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 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Accrington 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 Accrington & 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 Accrington and Cardiff Central.

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