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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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25

train journeys
per day

220

miles (355 kms)

5hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 220 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 18 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:32
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:28
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:28
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:28
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:53
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:12
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:53
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:29
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:53
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:27
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    21:08
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:08
    Darlington
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Darlington to Cardiff Queen Street

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

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

Amenities on trains between Darlington 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 Darlington & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Cardiff Queen Street.

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