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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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20

train journeys
per day

164

miles (265 kms)

4hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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

The distance by rail from Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 164 miles (265 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:34
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:20
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:20
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:20
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:20
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:20
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:37
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:21
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:21
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:47
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:38
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:21
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:08
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:20
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:38
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:22
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    23:08
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:21
    9 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    05:30
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:17
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    07:39
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:48
    9 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:49
    10 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:39
    Doncaster
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Doncaster to Cardiff Queen Street

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 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 Doncaster and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Doncaster and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Cardiff Queen Street 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 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

Amenities on trains between Doncaster 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 Doncaster & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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