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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Leeds (LDS)

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16

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:34
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:31
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:41
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:36
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    18:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:41
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    21:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:41
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:31
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    23:32
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    01:35
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:51
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    04:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    10 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street to Leeds

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds 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 & Leeds. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Leeds.

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