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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Padgate (PDG)

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20

train journeys
per day

136

miles (218 kms)

3hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Padgate (PDG)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Padgate , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Padgate is approximately 136 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Padgate.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Padgate. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Padgate Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:38
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:22
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:56
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:22
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:49
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    22:14
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:25
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    22:52
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:55
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    00:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:05
    9 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    06:01
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:55
    9 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    06:57
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:30
    9 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Cardiff Central
    Padgate
    Cardiff Central to Padgate

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 Padgate Station

Station name Padgate (PDG)
Address Padgate station, Station Road, Padgate, Cheshire, WA2 0QS
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 Padgate

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Padgate by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Padgate vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Padgate 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 & Padgate. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Padgate.

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