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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Durham (DHM)

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17

train journeys
per day

237

miles (382 kms)

5hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Durham is approximately 237 miles (382 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Durham.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Durham Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    12:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    5 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    5 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    5 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    17:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    5 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    19:16
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:45
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    22:00
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    22:00
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:18
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    01:22
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:30
    11 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    Durham
    Cardiff Central to Durham

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 Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 Central and Durham

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Durham 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 & Durham. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Durham.

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