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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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14

train journeys
per day

235

miles (379 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

07:03 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 235 miles (379 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:11
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:08
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:07
    9 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:25
    10 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:32
    10 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Carlisle
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Carlisle to Cardiff Queen Street

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Cardiff Queen Street.

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