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Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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18

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

03:36 / 01:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leeds (LDS) to Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Leeds and Cardiff Queen Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 37 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:36
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    20:38
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:08
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:11
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    23:08
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    9 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    05:30
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    10 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:15
    10 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Leeds
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Leeds to Cardiff Queen Street

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 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 Leeds and Cardiff Queen Street

The travel time between Leeds and Cardiff Queen Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leeds and Cardiff Queen Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:05.

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Amenities on trains between Leeds 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 Leeds & Cardiff Queen Street. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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