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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Irlam (IRL)

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21

train journeys
per day

139

miles (223 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Irlam (IRL)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Irlam , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Irlam is approximately 139 miles (223 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 34 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Irlam.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Irlam. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Irlam Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    4 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:23
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:23
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    16:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:02
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    17:49
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:04
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    18:55
    5 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    00:38
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    21:15
    9 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    06:23
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    21:55
    9 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam
  • Mon 6th May
    23:30
    10 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Cardiff Central
    Irlam
    Cardiff Central to Irlam

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 Irlam Station

Station name Irlam (IRL)
Address Irlam station, Station Road, Irlam, Greater Manchester, M44 5AB
Managed by NT

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Irlam

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Irlam by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Irlam vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:56.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Irlam 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 & Irlam. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Irlam.

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