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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

237

miles (382 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Durham 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 Durham to Cardiff Central is approximately 237 miles (382 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Durham to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:37
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:11
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:08
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    5 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:53
    5 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    5 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    17:09
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:48
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    5 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    18:13
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:53
    5 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    19:11
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:53
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    20:25
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:53
    5 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:53
    5 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    22:36
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    5 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    23:47
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:53
    5 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    00:37
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:54
    11 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:29
    10 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:04
    11 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Durham
    Cardiff Central
    Durham to Cardiff Central

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 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 Durham and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Durham and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham 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 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Durham 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 Durham & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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