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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Nottingham (NOT)

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5

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

07:15 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Nottingham (NOT)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Nottingham is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Nottingham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Nottingham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Cardiff Bay
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Bay to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:04
    Cardiff Bay
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Bay to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Cardiff Bay
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Bay to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:30
    10 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Cardiff Bay
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Bay to Nottingham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:30
    9 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:24
    Cardiff Bay
    Nottingham
    Cardiff Bay to Nottingham

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

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 Nottingham Station

Station name Nottingham (NOT)
Address Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Nottingham. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Nottingham.

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