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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Prescot (PSC)

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39

train journeys
per day

135

miles (218 kms)

4hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Prescot (PSC)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Prescot , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Prescot is approximately 135 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Prescot. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Prescot Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:53
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:45
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    17:04
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:20
    Cardiff Central
    Prescot
    Cardiff Central to Prescot

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 Prescot Station

Station name Prescot (PSC)
Address Prescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 23:30
Tuesday 05:45 - 23:30
Wednesday 05:45 - 23:30
Thursday 05:45 - 23:30
Friday 05:45 - 23:30
Saturday 05:45 - 23:30
Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Prescot

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Prescot by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Prescot vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 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 Prescot 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 & Prescot. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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