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Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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20

train journeys
per day

125

miles (202 kms)

3hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from East Midlands Parkway (EMD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between East Midlands Parkway 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 East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central is approximately 125 miles (202 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between East Midlands Parkway and Cardiff Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:07
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:25
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    10:25
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:53
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:54
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    20:25
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:59
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    22:30
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:59
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    23:47
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:33
    8 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:22
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    9 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    East Midlands Parkway
    Cardiff Central
    East Midlands Parkway to Cardiff Central

About East Midlands Parkway Station

Station name East Midlands Parkway (EMD)
Address East Midlands Parkway station, Station Approach Road, off A453, Remembrance Way, near Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, NG11 0EE
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:00 - 19:30
Thursday 06:00 - 19:30
Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:30
Sunday 07:30 - 19:30
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 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 East Midlands Parkway and Cardiff Central

The travel time between East Midlands Parkway and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Midlands Parkway 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 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

First class tickets on trains between East Midlands Parkway and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between East Midlands Parkway and Cardiff Central.

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