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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Old Street (OLD)

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32

train journeys
per day

133

miles (214 kms)

2hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Old Street (OLD)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Old Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Old Street is approximately 133 miles (214 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Old Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Old Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Old Street Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    06:23
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    06:53
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    07:55
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:17
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    08:37
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    09:50
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    10:41
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    11:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    11:50
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    12:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    12:54
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    13:18
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    13:52
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    14:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    14:54
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street
  • Mon 27th May
    15:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Cardiff Central
    Old Street
    Cardiff Central to Old Street

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 Old Street Station

Station name Old Street (OLD)
Address Old Street station, Old Street, London, EC1Y 1BE
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Old Street

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Old Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Old Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 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 Old Street 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 & Old Street. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Old Street.

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