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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

79

miles (127 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Cardiff Central is approximately 79 miles (127 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 33 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:50
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:30
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    19:49
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    20:46
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:30
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    21:46
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    22:58
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:30
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    23:58
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:20
    9 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    06:21
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:20
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:20
    9 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:35
    10 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Christchurch
    Cardiff Central
    Christchurch to Cardiff Central

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Christchurch and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Cardiff Central.

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