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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newcastle (NCL)

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28

train journeys
per day

250

miles (402 kms)

5hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Newcastle (NCL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Newcastle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Newcastle is approximately 250 miles (402 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Newcastle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Newcastle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    5 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    11:29
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    5 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    12:29
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    5 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:29
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    5 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    16:33
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    5 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    18:29
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:18
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:52
    5 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    19:30
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:52
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:54
    5 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:54
    5 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    21:29
    Cardiff Central
    Newcastle
    Cardiff Central to Newcastle

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 Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
Address Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Newcastle

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Newcastle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Newcastle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Newcastle 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 & Newcastle. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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