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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Dumbarton East (DBE)

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11

train journeys
per day

313

miles (505 kms)

7hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Dumbarton East (DBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East is approximately 313 miles (505 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    9 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:19
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:58
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:58
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:49
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    7 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    00:28
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:55
    12 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:30
    15 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Cardiff Central
    Dumbarton East
    Cardiff Central to Dumbarton East

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

About Dumbarton East Station

Station name Dumbarton East (DBE)
Address Dumbarton East station, Glasgow Road, Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, G82 2EP
Managed by SR

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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:42.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East 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 Central & Dumbarton East. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Dumbarton East.

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