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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Harpenden (HPD)

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29

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Harpenden is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Harpenden.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    3 hrs 2 changes
    11:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    11:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    13:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    15:18
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Cardiff Central
    Harpenden
    Cardiff Central to Harpenden

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 Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Harpenden

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:17.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Harpenden 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 & Harpenden. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Harpenden.

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