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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Croydon Stations

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31

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Croydon Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Croydon Stations is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 30 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Queen Street to Croydon Stations

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Croydon Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:44
    2 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    08:38
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:13
    3 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    09:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:33
    3 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    09:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:12
    3 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    10:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:42
    3 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    10:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:04
    3 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    11:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:24
    3 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    11:28
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:04
    3 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    12:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:37
    3 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    12:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:04
    3 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    13:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:29
    3 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    13:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:04
    3 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    14:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:37
    3 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    14:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:04
    3 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    15:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:42
    3 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    15:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:04
    3 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    16:15
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:37
    3 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:04
    3 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    17:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:42
    2 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    17:36
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:04
    3 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    18:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    East Croydon
    Cardiff Queen Street to East Croydon

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
AddressCardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Croydon Stations Station

Station name Croydon Stations (38)
AddressEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations 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 Queen Street & Croydon Stations. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Croydon Stations.

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