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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Tain (TAI)

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3

train journeys
per day

439

miles (707 kms)

12hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Tain (TAI)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Tain , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Tain is approximately 439 miles (707 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 14hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Tain. The fastest journey time on this route takes 12hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Tain Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    12 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Tain
    Cardiff Queen Street to Tain
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    13 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    22:40
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Tain
    Cardiff Queen Street to Tain
  • Mon 6th May
    23:36
    18 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    18:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Tain
    Cardiff Queen Street to Tain

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 Tain Station

Station name Tain (TAI)
Address Tain station, Station Road, Tain, Highland, IV19 1JA
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Tain

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Tain by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 14hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 12hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Tain vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Tain 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 & Tain. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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