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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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21

train journeys
per day

165

miles (266 kms)

3hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Doncaster and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Doncaster to Cardiff Central is approximately 165 miles (266 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 56 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Doncaster to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:34
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:20
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:16
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:20
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:20
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:21
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:21
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:47
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:20
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:22
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:19
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    23:47
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:21
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:17
    10 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:48
    9 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Central
    Doncaster to Cardiff Central

About Doncaster Station

Station name Doncaster (DON)
Address Doncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Doncaster and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Doncaster and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Doncaster 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 Doncaster & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Cardiff Central.

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