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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Skegness (SKG)

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12

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

6hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Skegness (SKG)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 3 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    6 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:31
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:57
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    6 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    6 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:37
    12 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    07:58
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:36
    13 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:36
    13 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Skegness
    Cardiff Queen Street to Skegness

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 Skegness Station

Station name Skegness (SKG)
Address Skegness station, Lumley Square, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 3QL
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:55 - 16:30
Saturday 07:55 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
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 Queen Street and Skegness

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness 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 & Skegness. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Skegness.

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